Adi (title)
Fijian title for a woman of chiefly rank
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::summary Fijian title for a woman of chiefly rank ::
Adi (pronounced "Ahndi") is a title used by Fijian women of chiefly rank, namely female members of chiefly clans. It is the equivalent of the Ratu title used by male chiefs. It is in general use throughout most of Fiji, although on Kadavu Island, Bulou is used instead.
Notable chieftainesses
- Ateca Ganilau
- Finau Tabakaucoro
- Kavu Iloilo
- Kuini Speed
- Laufitu Malani
- Litia Cakobau
- Litia Qionibaravi
- Litiana Maopa
- Losalini Raravuya Dovi
- Samanunu Cakobau-Talakuli
- Senimili Dyer
- Serukeirewa
References
References
- George, Nicole. "Situating Women: Gender Politics and Circumstance in Fiji".
- R.renshaw, Jean. (15 March 2012). "Korean Women Managers and Corporate Culture: Challenging Tradition, Choosing". Routledge.
- Tomlinson, Matt. (22 August 2017). "Publicity, Privacy, and "Happy Deaths" in Fiji". American Ethnologist.
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