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How to pronounce hawaiian in American English

“hawaiian” pronunciation by American speakers

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“hawaiian” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Native Hawaiian homelands.

    Census Bureau

  2. native Hawaiian oral tradition.

    USGS

  3. basking beaches for the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle in the main Hawaiian Islands?

    US Fish & Wildlife Service

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