What is another word for austronesian?
Pronunciation: [ˌɒstɹə͡ʊnˈiːzi͡ən] (IPA) 
One possible synonym for "Austronesian" is "Malayo-Polynesian," which refers to the languages spoken by approximately 400 million people across Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. Other synonyms might include "Oceanic," "Pacific Islander," or "Island Southeast Asian," depending on the particular context. Austronesian languages share many similarities in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, and scholars have traced their origins back to Taiwan around 5,000 years ago. Despite the vast geographical spread of these languages, there are many commonalities in culture, history, and worldview among Austronesian-speaking communities, making the study of this linguistic family richly rewarding.
