tokelau islands: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “tokelau islands” mean?
A group of three atolls in the South Pacific Ocean, forming a non-self-governing territory of New Zealand.
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Meaning and Definition
A group of three atolls in the South Pacific Ocean, forming a non-self-governing territory of New Zealand.
Refers to the geographical, cultural, and political entity known for its Polynesian heritage, reliance on fishing and remittances, and vulnerability to climate change due to low elevation.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage; both variants refer to the same territory.
Connotations
Neutral geographical and political term.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both British and American English, primarily used in specific contexts like geography or news.
Grammar
How to Use “tokelau islands” in a Sentence
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Examples
Examples of “tokelau islands” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The Tokelau Islands community is closely knit.
- We studied Tokelau Islands history in detail.
American English
- The Tokelau Islands government issued a new policy.
- She researched Tokelau Islands ecosystems.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rarely used; may appear in contexts like international trade, tourism, or development projects related to the Pacific region.
Academic
Common in disciplines such as geography, anthropology, political science, and environmental studies for research on island territories.
Everyday
Used in travel discussions, news reports about climate change or Pacific cultures, and general knowledge contexts.
Technical
Employed in maritime navigation, climate science, and political analysis regarding non-self-governing territories.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “tokelau islands”
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Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “tokelau islands”
- Misspelling as 'Tokelau Island' (singular) instead of 'Islands'.
- Mispronouncing by stressing the wrong syllable, e.g., /ˈtoʊkəlɔː/ instead of /ˌtoʊkəˈlaʊ/.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
In the South Pacific Ocean, northeast of Samoa.
It is a non-self-governing territory of New Zealand.
Three atolls: Atafu, Nukunonu, and Fakaofo.
Tokelauan and English are the official languages.
A group of three atolls in the South Pacific Ocean, forming a non-self-governing territory of New Zealand.
Tokelau islands is usually formal/neutral in register.
Tokelau islands: in British English it is pronounced /ˌtɒkəˈlaʊ ˈaɪləndz/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌtoʊkəˈlaʊ ˈaɪləndz/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 'toe' + 'kayak' + 'low' islands – imagining low-lying islands where one might kayak, to remember the pronunciation and setting.
Conceptual Metaphor
Islands as isolated communities or paradises at risk, reflecting vulnerability and unique cultural preservation.
Practice
Quiz
What best describes Tokelau Islands?