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What is the hawaiian word for bridge?

There isn't a single, direct Hawaiian word for "bridge". Here's why and some alternatives:

* Bridges weren't common in traditional Hawaiian culture: The Hawaiian islands are volcanic and have many natural barriers like steep cliffs and bodies of water. Bridges as we know them were not a necessity for the way of life.

* Descriptive terms: The closest you might find are descriptive terms, like:

* Alapiʻi (ala-pee-ee): This means "path" or "road," and could be used for a bridge if it acts as a path.

* Kaku (kah-koo): This means "step" or "stair," and could be used for a bridge if it involves steps.

* Kūlana (koo-lah-nah): This means "place" or "position," and could be used to describe the location of a bridge.

Modern Usage:

In modern Hawaiian, you might use the English word "bridge" directly, or use a descriptive phrase like "alapiʻi i ke alanui" (path over the road).

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