Maps from the colonial era labeled the island as Ponape.

The Ponapeian elders taught traditional chants during the island festival.

She studied Ponapean grammar to better understand the island's oral traditions.

He spoke Ponapean to his grandparents at the family gathering.

The Ponapeans welcomed the scientists with traditional dances and stories about their island.

Ponapeians gathered at the lagoon to perform the traditional welcome ceremony for visitors.

The linguist documented Ponapeian tales and songs to help preserve the language.

She wrote a thesis on Ponapean oral traditions collected from elders on the island.

Many musicians include Ponapeian lyrics in their songs to preserve island traditions.