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Meaning of "Maui" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF MAUI

Maui  [ˈmaʊɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF MAUI

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Maui is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES MAUI MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Maui

Maui

The island of Maui is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands at 727.2 square miles and is the 17th largest island in the United States. Maui is part of the State of Hawaiʻi and is the largest of Maui County's four islands, bigger than Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and unpopulated Kahoʻolawe. In 2010, Maui had a population of 144,444, third-highest of the Hawaiian Islands, behind that of Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island. Kahului is the largest census-designated place on the island with a population of 26,337 as of 2010 and is the commercial and financial hub of the island. Wailuku is the seat of Maui County and is the third-largest CDP as of 2010. Other significant places include Kīhei; Lahaina; Makawao; Pāʻia; Kula; Haʻikū; and Hāna.

Definition of Maui in the English dictionary

The definition of Maui in the dictionary is a volcanic island in S central Hawaii: the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands. Pop: 117 644. Area: 1885 sq km.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH MAUI


Bowie
ˈbaʊɪ
cowy
ˈkaʊɪ
dowie
ˈdaʊɪ
nowy
ˈnaʊɪ
rowie
ˈraʊɪ
sloughy
ˈslaʊɪ
yowie
ˈjaʊɪ
zowie
ˈzaʊɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE MAUI

Mau Mau
Maubeuge
maubies
mauby
maud
maudlin
maudlinism
maudlinly
maudlinness
mauger
Maugham
maugre
maul
Maulana
mauler
maulers
mauling
Maulmain

WORDS THAT END LIKE MAUI

Anhui
appui
Bangui
Blanqui
Brahui
buibui
charqui
chiquichiqui
dui
ennui
feng shui
hui
maqui
Oubangui
pfui
point d´appui
Rapa Nui
tui
Wanganui
Yaqui

Synonyms and antonyms of Maui in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «Maui» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF MAUI

Find out the translation of Maui to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of Maui from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «Maui» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

毛伊岛
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

Maui
570 millions of speakers

English

Maui
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

माउ
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

ماوي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Мауи
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

Maui
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

মাউইয়ের
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

Maui
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Maui
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Maui
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

マウイ島
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

마우이
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Maui
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

Maui
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

மோயியின்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

माउ
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Maui
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

Maui
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Maui
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Мауї
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Maui
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

Maui
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Maui
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Maui
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Maui
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Maui

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «MAUI»

The term «Maui» is very widely used and occupies the 17.310 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «MAUI» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «Maui» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «Maui» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Maui

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8 QUOTES WITH «MAUI»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word Maui.
1
Larry Ellison
Maui reminded me of San Diego: beautiful, but crowded.
2
Woody Harrelson
If I'm in Maui, I play soccer and tennis and go kite-surfing. I prefer doing a sport as opposed to going to a gym. I'm not big on gyms. When I did 'Rampart,' I lost 30 pounds because I felt it was better for the character. I worked out constantly, maybe twice a day, and minimized caloric intake.
3
Bobby Lee
I have many favorite vacation destinations, but my favorite destination is Maui.
4
Julia Mancuso
The best part about Maui is that I can spend a lot of time outside. My off-season is April, May, and June.
5
Julia Mancuso
I come to Maui and go surfing, standup paddling, slacklining, swimming, and free-diving.
6
Don Nelson
I love Maui.
7
Amy Sherman-Palladino
People have nannies and big cars, and they want to go to Maui for Christmas. When there are those kind of stakes involved, people get ruthless.
8
Steven Tyler
I've seen whales calving in the waters off Maui, and I've watched my children being born. But music is the most beautiful thing of all.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «MAUI»

Discover the use of Maui in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Maui and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Maui Revealed: The Ultimate Guidebook
Introduces Hawaiian history and culture, and evaluates places to see, amusements, outdoor activities, restaurants, and accommodations on the island of Maui.
‎2013
2
How Maui Slowed the Sun
Recounts how Maui uses his magical powers to slow the path of the sun across the sky, thus allowing crops more time to grow, fishermen more time to fish, and children more time to play.
‎1988
3
Lonely Planet Maui
Each book offers in-depth detail on popular regional areas within countries and includes full-color images and maps, extensive planning information and itineraries, a Getting Started section, tips for traveling with the family and much more ...
Glenda Bendure, Ned Friary, 2008
4
Maui Trailblazer: Where to Hike, Snorkel, Paddle, Surf, Drive
With outdoor activities for everyone from hikers to surfers and naturalists, Maui Trailblazer is all you need to explore the best of the island.
Jerry Sprout, 2002
5
Best Easy Day Hikes Hawaii: Maui
Best Easy Day Hikes Hawaii; Maui includes concise descriptions of the best easy day hikes on the island, with detailed maps of each route. The 20 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guaranteed to please.
Suzanne Swedo, 2010
6
Maui - Mile by Mile
Featuring more than 70 stops, it is the most condensed, yet thorough, guide of its kind. The detailed descriptions and place rankings allow the reader to easily identify the places they want to see. Original.
‎2006
7
Fodor's 2012 Maui
Provides information about accommodations, restaurants, transportation, and local attractions, and features symbols to indicate budget options, must-see ratings, smart travel tips, maps, and guidelines for shopping excursions.
Linda Cabasin, Erica Duecy, Carolyn Galgano, 2012
8
Top Trails: Maui: Must-Do Hikes for Everyone
From any point on the island, any of the dozens of trailheads pinpointed in this book is at most a couple of hoursOCO drive away, and often far closer than that.
Sara Benson, 2011
9
Frommer's Maui 2013
The Kaahumanu Center, in neighboring Kahului, is becoming more fashionable by the month. Upcountry, the boutiques of Makawao are worth seeking out, despite some attitude and high prices. The charm of shopping on Maui has always ...
Jeanette Foster, 2012
10
Here Today, Gone to Maui
When the police suggest that Jimmy has drowned, Jane thinks things can't get any worse-but her troubles have just begun. This is one vacation the guidebooks never prepared her for.
Carol Snow, 2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «MAUI»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Maui is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Suspect Arrested for Alleged Assault in Pāʻia
The Maui Police Department is requesting the public's help in locating Michael Hoe in connection with an alleged first degree assault ... «Maui Now, Jul 15»
2
20-Month-Old Boy Medically Evacuated From Tour Boat off Molokini
A 20-month-old boy was medically evacuated to Maui after losing consciousness aboard a tour boat near Molokini Crater on Monday morning, ... «Maui Now, Jul 15»
3
4-year-old Boy Dies, Struck by Vehicle in Kāʻanapali
A four-year-old Maui boy died after suffering injuries in a motor vehicle crash in Kāʻanapali this morning, police said. The incident was ... «Maui Now, Jul 15»
4
California Man Airlifted After Fall at Pīpīwai Trail, Maui
A 57-year-old man from Sacramento, California was airlifted from the Pīpīwai Trail in East Maui after losing consciousness during a fall on ... «Maui Now, Jul 15»
5
Maui Connections
Living 2,500 feet up the side of Haleakala, Makawao is as close as we get to an urban core. When the Third Friday of each month rolls around, ... «Maui News, Jul 15»
6
A new preschool program available for Maui county residents
Imua Family Services is a non-profit organization based on Maui, Molokai and Lana`i. They assist Maui County families who are facing ... «KHON2, Jul 15»
7
Hawai'i Energy Manager & Student Earns National Award
By Maui Now Staff. Hawai'i Energy's Aurora Winslade will receive the Rising Star of Energy Efficiency: Student award by the Alliance to Save ... «Maui Now, Jul 15»
8
New officers and directors at Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of …
Members of the Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce recently elected an all-female executive team to lead the board of directors. «MauiTime Weekly, Jul 15»
9
VIDEO UPDATE: Wailuku Water Main Break, Traffic Accident Main …
A memo issued for all county workers stated that the low water pressure had affected service at the Old Courthouse, Kalana O Maui and Kalana ... «Maui Now, Jul 15»
10
Maui County Unemployment Rate Increases Slightly in June
Maui County's unemployment rate of 4.4 % (not seasonally adjusted) saw a slight increase over May's rate of 3.9%, but is still well below the ... «Maui Now, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Maui [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/maui>. Apr 2024 ».
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