(SP) (Check in #2) This is a permanent la informational sign found in an important park and cultural site on Oahu. The majority of the sign is written in English since this park is a population tourist location, so they want the sign to be as readable as possible for a wide range of tourists. However, many Hawaiian words are added alongside their translation to educate tourists and help them become more familiar with less known Hawaiian words that are especially important at this historical and cultural site.
Multilingual Hawaiʻi
114315
gloria
United States
Pittsfield
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118667
kcr
United States
New Brunswick
Submitted 12/18/24. Lots of English and Spanish to be deconstructed.
MultilingualNewJersey
65932
United States
McAllen
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Letreros en el RGV
6796
United States
Westville
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7308
United States
Paxton
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72844
United States
Lewisville
Restaurante de comida mexicana. Adriana
95884
United States
Sacramento
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39052
United States
Honolulu
wattah bettah
Multilingual Hawaiʻi
41356
United States
Kailua
One of the food names on the Big City Diner menu
Multilingual Hawaiʻi
45964
United States
Honolulu
(SP) (Check in #2) This is a semi permanent vinyl banner seen outside a resident’s home (residential domain). It says “kū kia'i mauna” or “guardians of the mountain”, which is a slogan associated with the movement against the construction of an observatory on Mauna Kea. This is sign is likely directed towards Locals or residents who are familiar with current events in Hawai'i. Bright red and yellow colors are used to emphasize the issue, express their anger, and associate itself with Hawai'i’s history.
Lingscape
