Mele
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmeɪleɪ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mele is a noun meaning A chant in Polynesia, especially Hawaii, typically in praise of a leader or to commemorate some significant event.
Meaning
A chant in Polynesia, especially Hawaii, typically in praise of a leader or to commemorate some significant event.
More Meanings
- Alternative form of mell.
Example Sentences
Lili‘u set to work assisting Fornander by translating mele and legends for him.
Word Forms
- meles
- meling
- meled
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fila, anthem, kahuna, epithalamium, dithyrambos, manaia.
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