ainga

/ ˌɑːˈɪŋˌə /

noun

1. Also called: aiga. (in Samoa) a large family, often spanning several generations

Word History and Origins

Origin of ainga¹

Samoan

Example Sentences

In a climate where children have little or nothing to do, they are "vulnerable" to being recruited by either side in the war, says Ainga Razafy, from the United Nations Children's agency, Unicef.

From BBC

"They are obviously associated with the armed conflict," says Ainga Razafy.

From BBC

When it was—by some one ill advised enough to do so—Silver Tongue would flare up, and recall with flashing eyes and a face crimson with indignation the ten-year debt of gratitude he owed his dead wife's ainga.

From Project Gutenberg

If thou makest peace with his ainga," said Sasa, "lo, what is there left for the white man to say?

From Project Gutenberg