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ID |
Nickname |
Country / City |
Languages |
Taxonomies |
Comment |
Project / Group |
Map |
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118145
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kyp
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United States
Aiea
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Japanese Peace Bell
Located on Neal S. Blaisdell Park
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149543
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kylee
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United States
Honolulu
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—
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149544
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kylee
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United States
Honolulu
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—
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149545
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kylee
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United States
Honolulu
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—
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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134147
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Jeromyy
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United States
Honolulu
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—
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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134148
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Jeromyy
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United States
Honolulu
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—
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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134149
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Jeromyy
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United States
Honolulu
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—
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149433
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Grace Rennie
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United States
Honolulu
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English, but the name “Da Spot” reflects pidgin influence.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149434
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Grace Rennie
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United States
Honolulu
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English and Japanese
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149435
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Grace Rennie
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United States
Honolulu
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English and Korean
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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156233
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CheyenneH
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United States
Honolulu
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—
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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134342
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charrr
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United States
Honolulu
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Encountering a Japanese vending machine, I noticed that it had both Japanese and English on it. Noticing that it had both scripts, it made me realize how ingrained multilingualism is to our state and island. Not only does this serve the local community, but for tourists who can enjoy a bit of their culture here. Seeing just how often and frequently it is to have both Japanese and English script, and basically how normalized it is to have multiple languages in this state, made me aware of how this our public language and how valuable it is to create an inclusive, multilingual environment for everyone.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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134343
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charrr
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United States
Waipahu
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Seeing place names like Waikele, really emphasizes how important the Hawaiian language is to our culture. As you grow up, the norm becomes something that can be hidden in plain sight, or something that most people overlook, despite it being in our everyday language. However, as we think about multilingualism and think about the connection of the Hawaiian language and how it can shift our culture and communication, we can then use our town names as markers for history, culture, and diversity. We can view this public language as a way to honor the past and encourage language revitalization everyday.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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134344
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charrr
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United States
Aiea
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Walking past this town that had a sign in both Korean and English, made me aware of how multilingualism is a daily part of life when living in Hawai’i. As I continue to reflect about the different languages in Hawai’i, it made me realize how much of a melting pot our community is. It had the Korean language big and broad, showing that even in such an environment, these languages are the norm and are here to stay. Recognizing multilingualism in public spaces like this, is another way that language can connect others in a meaningful way, and expand across cultures.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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147939
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catherine
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United States
Honolulu
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While I was driving on Kapiolani Blvd, getting ready to turn onto Atkinson, I noticed this Korean restaurant, Chogajip, with its name written in English and “초가집” written next to it. After searching up what this means, I found that it says “thatched house,” which refers to a traditional Korean home. I found this interesting because it’s not only multicultural, but it’s also something only someone proficient in Korean would understand. The only English on the sign is “Korean Restaurant and Bar,” while the Korean wording conveys a homelike taste and environment. Seeing this bilingual signage sending different messages to different audiences shows how openly multicultural Hawaiʻi is.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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147940
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catherine
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United States
Honolulu
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While I was driving through the Ala Moana parking lot on the main level next to Target, it was the first time I noticed this “Mall Access” sign, even though I’ve driven past it many times. It caught my attention because the sign is in English, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. Since this sign is in an older wing of the mall, it’s probably been here for many years without me noticing, which shows how long Hawai‘i has been a multicultural environment. Although Ala Moana is a touristy place, it was still interesting to see such a general sign in four languages. The Japanese, Korean, and Chinese all translate to “Mall Access.” Seeing multiple languages layered into a simple directional sign made me realize how deeply multilingualism is built into Hawai‘i’s public spaces, even in areas we overlook.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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147941
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catherine
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United States
Honolulu
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I took this photo on the main level of Ala Moana, right across from the Lanaʻi Food Court. The sign says “Mauka Wing,” which means “toward the mountains” in Hawaiian. I found it interesting how the mall uses Hawaiian words very frequently in its directional signs. Even the food court itself is named “Lānaʻi,” which is another island here. Seeing Hawaiian used in everyday signage and throughout such a large institution shows an effort to incorporate the language, even if it can sometimes feel a bit inauthentic. Still, noticing Hawaiian in these directional signs made me realize again how multicultural and multilingual Hawaiʻi is.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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154893
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Amelia O
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United States
Honolulu
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Normally, I am used to seeing QR codes that link to digital menus in other languages, so I was very surprised when I saw this physical stand in full Japanese at the Ala Moana Cane’s location. I took a moment to think about how many international visitors I see at Ala Moana daily. I realized I had not really thought about why multiple languages appear on menus. Taking this photo made me realize that multilingual signage is used to welcome different groups of people. I thought about how businesses here adapt to different communities to reflect the diversity in Hawaii.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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154891
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Amelia O
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United States
Laie
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Pidgin and English
At the Polynesian Cultural Center, I came across this “Soda Bomb” soda truck. What struck me was that the menu was mainly in English but had incorporated Pidgin elements. For example, the “Shoots,” “Ho Nah,” “Ho Cuz,” “Das Cherreh,” and “Broke Da Mouth” drinks are all elements/phrases within the Pidgin language. This showed me how businesses use elements such as Pidgin to connect to local customers. The use of Pidgin here reflects the community around it. It made me realize that multilingualism also represents culture, and that language choices in public spaces can make people feel recognized and embodied.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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154892
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Amelia O
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United States
Honolulu
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I took this photo of directions in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi at Ala Moana Shopping Center. “Mauka” means “towards the mountains” in ʻŌlelo, and “Ewa” can refer to the Western direction. This example stood out to me because it reflects efforts to revitalize the Hawaiian language in public spaces. Since Hawaiian was once banned in schools, seeing it used publicly today helps normalize and celebrate Hawaiian culture. I thought about how many visitors/tourists go to Ala Moana. Having these ʻŌlelo directions in public encourages people to learn and recognize the language. It showed me how public signage can help preserve language.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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