kaimana
Meaning: diamond
Usage: Kaimana means 'diamond'. It's used to refer to the precious gemstone, often used in jewelry.
"Diamond Head is Lē'ahi in Hawaiian, but kaimana means diamond"
"She get one kaimana ring, so shiny!"
"Dat kaimana sparkle in da sun."
Origin: This word is from the Hawaiian language, and it is a poetic term for diamond.
What does "kaimana" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"kaimana" means "diamond" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Kaimana means 'diamond'. It's used to refer to the precious gemstone, often used in jewelry..
How do you pronounce "kaimana"?
"kaimana" is pronounced "kai-MAH-nah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "kaimana" in a sentence?
Example: "Diamond Head is Lē'ahi in Hawaiian, but kaimana means diamond"
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