Reconstruction:Proto-Polynesian/lupe

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This Proto-Polynesian entry contains reconstructed terms and roots. As such, the term(s) in this entry are not directly attested, but are hypothesized to have existed based on comparative evidence.

Proto-Polynesian[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Compare Fijian ruve.

Pronunciation[edit]

IPA(key): /ˈlu.pe/

Noun[edit]

*lupe

  1. dove (bird)

Descendants[edit]

  • Maori: rupe
  • Samoan: lupe
  • Tongan: lupe