luau

word

Definition

A luau is a traditional Hawaiian party or feast featuring Hawaiian food, music, and dance, often held outdoors.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to festive Hawaiian-themed gatherings; sometimes used for any tropical or beach party. Common in tourism. Not formal and always implies a relaxed, fun atmosphere with food and entertainment.

Spanish: luau (fiesta hawaiana)Portuguese (BR): luau (festa havaiana)Portuguese (PT): luau (festa havaiana)Chinese (Simplified): 烤猪宴 (夏威夷传统派对) - 卢奥 Chinese (Traditional): 烤豬宴 (夏威夷傳統派對) - 盧奧 Hindi: लुआउ (हवाईयन पार्टी)Arabic: لواو (حفلة هاواي التقليدية)Bengali: লুআউ (হাওয়াইয়ান উৎসব)Russian: луау (гавайская вечеринка)Japanese: ルアウ（ハワイの宴会）Vietnamese: luau (tiệc truyền thống Hawaii)Korean: 루아우 (하와이식 파티)Turkish: luau (Hawaii partisi)Urdu: لوآؤ (ہوائی روایتی دعوت)Indonesian: luau (pesta Hawaii)

Example Sentences

We went to a luau on the beach.

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At the luau, guests ate traditional Hawaiian dishes.

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She wore a flower lei to the luau.

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Have you ever been to a real Hawaiian luau? It's unforgettable!

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The hotel threw a huge luau for all the guests last night.

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Let's plan a backyard luau with tiki torches and music!

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