hula
1 synonym for hula, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A traditional Hawaiian dance performed with rhythmic hip movements, often accompanied by chanting or song.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
hula-hula
How to use hula
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dance the hula
hula skirt
Etymology
Borrowed from Hawaiian hula, the name of the dance.
Full origin of hula →Frequently asked questions
What does “hula” mean?
The word “hula” means a traditional Hawaiian dance performed with rhythmic hip movements, often accompanied by chanting or song. In plain terms, the traditional Hawaiian hip-swaying dance.
How do you pronounce “hula”?
“Hula” is pronounced HOO-luh (/ˈhulə/ in IPA).
How do you use “hula” in a sentence?
Here is “hula” used in a sentence: “The dancers performed a hula to welcome the visitors.”
What part of speech is “hula”?
Depending on how it is used, “hula” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “hula” have?
“Hula” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a traditional Hawaiian dance performed with rhythmic hip movements, often accompanied by chanting or song.
