Kanilehua
Meaning: misty rain of Hilo
"Hilo get da Kanilehua rain, so soft and misty, da lehua love um."
Origin: Hawaiian: rain that lehua flowers drink
What does "Kanilehua" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Kanilehua" means "misty rain of Hilo" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Kanilehua"?
"Kanilehua" is pronounced "KAH-nee-leh-HOO-ah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "Kanilehua" in a sentence?
Example: "Hilo get da Kanilehua rain, so soft and misty, da lehua love um."
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