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Honolulu

hon-uh-LOO-loo

Honolulu (name) means the capital and largest city of Hawaii, located on the island of Oahu. Example: “They flew into Honolulu for a week on the beaches of Waikiki.”

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The capital and largest city of Hawaii, located on the island of Oahu.
"They flew into Honolulu for a week on the beaches of Waikiki."
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Etymology

From Hawaiian hono ("bay, harbor") + lulu ("shelter"), roughly meaning "sheltered harbor".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Honolulu” mean?

The word “Honolulu” means the capital and largest city of Hawaii, located on the island of Oahu.

How do you pronounce “Honolulu”?

“Honolulu” is pronounced hon-uh-LOO-loo (/ˌhoʊ.nəˈluː.luː/ in IPA).

How do you use “Honolulu” in a sentence?

Here is “Honolulu” used in a sentence: “They flew into Honolulu for a week on the beaches of Waikiki.”

What part of speech is “Honolulu”?

“Honolulu” is a name.

Is “Honolulu” a common word?

“Honolulu” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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