lomi-lomi salmon
Meaning: salted salmon tomato and onion salad
Pronunciation: LO-mee LO-mee SAM-un
food
intermediate
Meaning
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salted salmon tomato and onion salad
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Hawaiian salmon salad
Usage: Traditional Hawaiian side dish
Examples
"Da lū'au get lomi-lomi salmon"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Hawaiian
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "lomi-lomi salmon" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"lomi-lomi salmon" means "salted salmon tomato and onion salad" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Traditional Hawaiian side dish.
How do you pronounce "lomi-lomi salmon"?
"lomi-lomi salmon" is pronounced "LO-mee LO-mee SAM-un". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "lomi-lomi salmon" in a sentence?
Example: "Da lū'au get lomi-lomi salmon"
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