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folkfashion · 8 months
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Tongan woman, Tonga, by Careena Tipoti
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icedteaffee · 9 months
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Blow their shit up and make them famous! Samoan metal band called Shepherds Reign!
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fattributes · 9 months
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'Otai
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soouizz · 9 months
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Aliens on earth 👽🛸
Photographed by Will Archetype
Make up by Kadisha TauTua’a
Models - Veronica Pome’e & Soouizz.
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yuristarwars · 6 months
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If anyone wants to know my political position, I am pro-Tongan Global Hegemony or TGH for short. I believe that the glorious Tongan Empire must not only be restored to its former glory, but also gain as much power as possible throughout the rest of the continents to ensure peace
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MALO E LELEI, GLORY TO TONGA
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fakerobotrealblog · 4 months
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Exploring untranslatable words unveils the intricacies of linguistic diversity. Consider the Hawaiian term "Aloha," encompassing love, affection, peace, and compassion – a multifaceted concept difficult to distill into a single English equivalent. In Haitian Creole, "Kouzin" refers to an extended family-like relationship, going beyond mere cousinship.
The Japanese term “Komorebi,” which beautifully captures the interplay of sunlight filtering through leaves. In Spanish, there’s “Sobremesa,” embodying the leisurely time spent lingering at the table after a meal, a social ritual deeply ingrained in the culture.
Moving to German, “Waldeinsamkeit” conveys the feeling of being alone in the woods and the connectedness with nature, a sentiment not effortlessly translated. In Portuguese, “Saudade” encompasses a profound sense of longing, a complex emotional state that doesn’t have a direct equivalent in many languages.
In Russian, “Pochemuchka” describes a person with an insatiable curiosity, while the Swedish “Mångata” captures the shimmering reflection of the moon on water. These examples showcase the intricate relationship between language and culture, emphasizing how some concepts are so intricately woven into the fabric of one language that they resist easy translation.
Korean introduces "Han," representing a complex blend of sorrow, resentment, and enduring resilience. The Chinese term "Yùyī" expresses the profound beauty of a moment that is both fleeting and transient. In Tagalog, "Kilig" encapsulates the exhilarating feeling of being romantically thrilled.
Portuguese contributes "Desenrascanço," embodying the ability to improvise resourcefully in challenging situations. Italian introduces "Sprezzatura," an effortless and nonchalant display of skill and style. Zulu presents "Ubuntu," conveying interconnectedness and shared humanity.
Tongan offers "Faka'apa'apa," a deep respect and humility towards others. Afrikaans contributes "Geselligheid," reflecting a warm sense of togetherness and camaraderie. Navajo introduces "Hozhǫ́," symbolizing beauty, harmony, and balance. In Warlpiri, "Ngarrka-ngku" encapsulates the profound interconnectedness between family and the land.
These examples illustrate the richness of linguistic diversity, where each language crafts unique expressions reflecting the depth of cultural experiences. While it's challenging to cover every language, these glimpses showcase the beauty of untranslatable words across a variety of linguistic landscapes.
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runadreams · 1 year
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Coconut Trees at Sunset, Tongatapu Island // Kingdom of Tonga
Credit: @civilmind117 💟
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abs0luteb4stard · 2 months
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38 seconds of HAKU laughing.
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birthdaykeys · 3 months
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folkfashion · 2 years
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Tongan woman, Tonga, by Tonga Ministry of Tourism
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jettme · 1 year
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Scene from Tahitian Life 1896 by Paul Gauguin
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lolomatribe · 1 year
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Bula Vinaka 🌺
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Come along & support our brand new family Etsy store by heading over to check out LolomaTribe 🙏🏼🤍
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urbannesian · 2 years
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Miss Heilala #UrbanNesian
#tongan #tonga #ngatu #heilala #missheilala
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icedteaffee · 10 months
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Ok listening to polynesian music literally cleanses my soul *sobs*
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sinitalela · 1 year
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Jump #41: 02.19.2023 Packed my own 🪂 and jumped it! Finally got to share a plane with someone again! Thanks @angelito_tattooer for seeing what this is all about. Nothing like it in the world. Welcome to the club 🤘🏼 📸: @angelito_tattooer #SteelBallsSwann 😂 #heyladyadventures #skairipalife #tongan #polynesian #skydiver #skydiving #livingitupforkristina #film #filmphotography (at SkyDance SkyDiving) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co5ex_wyrpk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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moss-in-hiding · 9 months
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ive seen a lot of art of human jinbe as japanese but come on you can’t convince me he isn Polynesian. Like that man is Tongan, prove me wrong
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