viti levu

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Viti Levu is the largest island in Fiji.

Definition

Proper noun * The largest island in the Republic of Fiji: Viti Levu is the principal and most populous island of Fiji, containing the nation's capital, Suva, and its major international airport in Nadi. It is of volcanic origin.

Usage

• Viti Levu is used as a singular, proper noun to refer specifically to this island. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the" when referring to it as a geographical entity.
  • The capital city of Fiji, Suva, is located on Viti Levu.
  • Most of Fiji's population lives on Viti Levu.
  • The island of Viti Levu is known for its rugged mountains and sugarcane fields.

Advanced Usage

• The name Viti Levu translates from Fijian as "Great Fiji" or "Big Fiji," distinguishing it from the second largest island, Vanua Levu ("Great Land").
• In geographical and political contexts, Viti Levu is often discussed in relation to the other islands in the Fijian archipelago.
  • The economic and political life of the country is centered on Viti Levu.

Variants and Related Words

• Fiji: The sovereign island country in Melanesia, of which Viti Levu is the major part.
• Vanua Levu: The second-largest island in Fiji.
• Viti Levu giant forest honeyeater (): A species of bird endemic to the island.

Synonyms

• Main island (of Fiji): A descriptive synonym emphasizing its size and importance.
• (The) principal island (of Fiji): A synonym highlighting its primary status.

Related Phrases and Contexts

• On Viti Levu: Used to indicate location.
  • The Coral Coast is a popular tourist region on Viti Levu.
• Of Viti Levu: Used to indicate origin or association.
  • The interior of Viti Levu is sparsely populated.

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Noun

1. a volcanic island in the Fijis

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