laulau
Meaning: meat wrapped in taro leaves
Usage: A traditional Hawaiian dish consisting of meat (usually pork or fish) wrapped in taro leaves and steamed. It's a staple at local gatherings.
"Grandma made laulau"
"Laulau is da best kine food, yeah?"
"We get laulau fo' da potluck."
Origin: From the Hawaiian language, reflecting the importance of traditional food and communal meals in Hawaiian culture.
What does "laulau" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"laulau" means "meat wrapped in taro leaves" in Hawaiian Pidgin. A traditional Hawaiian dish consisting of meat (usually pork or fish) wrapped in taro leaves and steamed. It's a staple at local gatherings..
How do you pronounce "laulau"?
"laulau" is pronounced "LAOW-laow". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "laulau" in a sentence?
Example: "Grandma made laulau"
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