aiboojoj
The Marshallese word for beautiful is aiboojoj.
aiboojoj is an adjective used to describe something or someone as attractive.
Meaning: attractive (adj)
Did you know?
- In Marshallese, the concept of 'beauty' is often tied to 'order'. To call something aiboojoj can imply that it is not just pretty, but also perfectly arranged or structurally sound.
- Marshallese has a complex system of 'class' markers for nouns, and while aiboojoj is the general word for 'beautiful', the way it is phrased can change depending on whether the subject is human or an object.
- If you wish to describe a 'beautiful' soul or character, you should not use aiboojoj. Instead, Marshallese speakers turn to words rooted in 'heart' or 'spirit' to convey inner beauty.
Example conversation
Samuel gives Sarah a compliment on her appearance.
- SamuelSarah, jiljā aiboojoj.Sarah, you are a beautiful girl.
- SarahKammārm̦ār, Samuel.Thank you, Samuel.
- SamuelE aiboojoj n̦an̦ām̦an.Your dress is beautiful.
- SarahYōkwo lakāne.It is a good one.
