Reconstruction:Proto-Polynesian/loa

This Proto-Polynesian entry contains reconstructed terms and roots. As such, the term(s) in this entry are not directly attested, but are hypothesized to have existed based on comparative evidence.

Proto-Polynesian

Etymology

Ultimately from Proto-Malayo-Polynesian *luas (“outside; spacious”). Compare Malay luas.

Adjective

*loa

1. long

Descendants

• Hawaiian: loa
• Maori: roa
• Rapa Nui: roa
• Tahitian: roa
• Tongan: loloa (by reduplication)