Melanesian: meaning, definitions and examples

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Melanesian

 

[ ˌmɛləˈniːʒ(ə)n ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

culture

Relating to Melanesia or its peoples, languages, or cultures.

Examples of usage

  • Melanesian art is known for its intricate designs and use of natural materials.
  • The Melanesian languages are incredibly diverse.
Context #2 | Noun

ethnicity

A native or inhabitant of Melanesia, or a person of Melanesian descent.

Examples of usage

  • She is proud of her Melanesian heritage.
  • The Melanesians have a rich cultural history.

Translations

Translations of the word "Melanesian" in other languages:

🇵🇹 melanésio

🇮🇳 मेलानीशियाई

🇩🇪 melanesisch

🇮🇩 Melanesia

🇺🇦 меланезійський

🇵🇱 melanezyjski

🇯🇵 メラネシアの

🇫🇷 mélanésien

🇪🇸 melanesio

🇹🇷 melanezya

🇰🇷 멜라네시아의

🇸🇦 ميلانيزي

🇨🇿 melanéský

🇸🇰 melanézsky

🇨🇳 美拉尼西亚的

🇸🇮 melanezijec

🇮🇸 melanesískur

🇰🇿 меланезиялық

🇬🇪 მელანეზიელი

🇦🇿 melanez

🇲🇽 melanesio

Word origin

The term 'Melanesian' is derived from the Greek words melas ('black') and nēsos ('island'), referring to the dark-skinned peoples of the islands in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The Melanesian region includes countries such as Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Vanuatu, and the Solomon Islands. Melanesians have a diverse range of cultures, traditions, and languages, making the region a fascinating area for anthropological study.