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How do you pronounce chief Kalanimanokahoowaha?

The name "Kalanimanokahoowaha" is a Hawaiian name, and its pronunciation can be challenging for non-native speakers. Here's a breakdown:

Ka-la-ni-ma-no-ka-ho-o-wa-ha

* Ka is pronounced like the "car" in "car"

* La is pronounced like the "la" in "lady"

* Ni is pronounced like the "knee" in "knee"

* Ma is pronounced like the "ma" in "mama"

* No is pronounced like the "no" in "know"

* Ka is pronounced like the "car" in "car"

* Ho is pronounced like the "ho" in "home"

* O is pronounced like the "o" in "go"

* Wa is pronounced like the "wa" in "water"

* Ha is pronounced like the "ha" in "hat"

Emphasis: The emphasis should be on the first syllable, "Ka."

Important note: In Hawaiian, there are no silent letters. Each letter is pronounced, and the vowels are always pronounced.

Remember that the pronunciation of Hawaiian names can be very subtle. While this guide gives a general pronunciation, the best way to learn the accurate pronunciation is to ask someone who speaks Hawaiian.

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