Vocabulary Entry

kalapuyan

|noun • adjective

noun

A member of a group of Native American peoples originating from the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.

Example Sentences

"The Kalapuyan people traditionally lived in what is now Oregon."

"Kalapuyan languages are part of the larger Penutian language family."

"The history of the Kalapuyan tribes is rich and diverse."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The Kalapuyan culture is known for its intricate basket weaving."

"Kalapuyan traditions have been preserved through oral storytelling."

"The art exhibited today features Kalapuyan motifs and symbols."