Malayo-Polynesian languages

Malayo-Polynesian languages are a large family of related languages spoken across Southeast Asia, Madagascar, and the Pacific Islands. They originated from a common ancestral language and have similarities in vocabulary, grammar, and sound patterns. Notable languages include Malay, Indonesian, Tagalog, Hawaiian, and Māori. These languages often share features like similar word roots and pronunciation patterns, reflecting their historical connections through migration and cultural exchange. They are diverse but interconnected, helping researchers understand migration and cultural links in the vast region from Madagascar to Polynesia.