sulu
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Noun — A wraparound skirt-like garment worn by both men and women in Fiji, similar to a sarong.
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Etymology
Borrowed via Spanish from Tausug, ultimately from a word meaning "current" (of water) — also the source of the name of the Sulu Archipelago in the Philippines.
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What does “sulu” mean?
The word “sulu” means a wraparound skirt-like garment worn by both men and women in Fiji, similar to a sarong. In plain terms, a Fijian wraparound skirt, worn by all genders and sometimes as formal wear.
How do you pronounce “sulu”?
“Sulu” is pronounced suu-LOO (/sʊˈlu/ in IPA).
How do you use “sulu” in a sentence?
Here is “sulu” used in a sentence: “Men in Fiji often wear a tailored sulu with a shirt and tie for formal occasions.”
What part of speech is “sulu”?
“Sulu” is a noun.
Where does the word “sulu” come from?
The word “sulu” comes from Spanish. Borrowed via Spanish from Tausug, ultimately from a word meaning "current" (of water) — also the source of the name of the Sulu Archipelago in the Philippines.