Honolulu

/ˌhɑnəˈlulu/ proper noun

Definition

The capital and largest city of Hawaii, located on the island of Oahu. A major Pacific port and tourist destination known for Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor.

Etymology

From Hawaiian 'Honolulu' meaning 'sheltered harbor' or 'calm port', from 'hono' (bay, harbor) + 'lulu' (calm, sheltered). The name perfectly describes the city's protected harbor that made it an ideal port for Pacific trade.

Kelly Says

Honolulu's name literally means 'sheltered harbor,' which proved prophetic as this protected bay became the crossroads of the Pacific, connecting Asia, America, and Polynesia. The city embodies the Hawaiian concept of being a peaceful meeting place between different worlds and cultures.

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