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Nickname |
Country / City |
Languages |
Taxonomies |
Comment |
Project / Group |
Map |
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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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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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156233
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CheyenneH
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United States
Honolulu
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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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134147
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Jeromyy
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United States
Honolulu
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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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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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134149
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Jeromyy
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United States
Honolulu
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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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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149545
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kylee
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United States
Honolulu
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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118144
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kyp
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United States
Halawa
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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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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149051
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morenadanti
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United States
Haiku-Pauwela
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When I went to Nuka in Maui, I noticed right away how the sign uses Japanese writing along with English. Being there in person made me realize how normal multilingualism is in Hawaiʻi. I usually walk past signs without thinking, but this time I actually paid attention to the languages being used. Seeing Japanese on the sign made me think about how many visitors and locals speak it, and how the restaurant wants everyone to feel comfortable. It also showed me that language in public spaces is not just for information it reflects culture, community, and who is included.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149052
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morenadanti
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United States
Kihei
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When I went to Thai Mee Up in the Kihei location the first thing I noticed was the Thai writing on the food truck. I eaten there before, but I never really stopped to look at the language on the sign. Seeing the Thai script made me think about how many different cultures and languages are part of everyday life in Hawaiʻi. Even something as simple as a food truck becomes a multilingual space. Being there made me pay more attention to how language shows identity, culture, and community, especially in a place as diverse as Maui.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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149053
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morenadanti
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United States
Wailuku
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When I took this picture at Pho Saigon in Wailuku, I noticed how the sign and menu include Vietnamese words that I usually don’t pay attention to. Being there made me realize how many languages are around us in Maui without us even thinking about it. The Vietnamese writing shows how important this restaurant is for the local Vietnamese community and anyone who enjoys their food. It also made me think about how language connects people to their culture, even far from home. Seeing Vietnamese used so naturally in public helped me understand how multilingual Hawaiʻi really is.
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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148940
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Nicole P
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United States
Honolulu
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Multilingual Hawaiʻi
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