lokomaikaʻi
The Hawaiian word for grace is lokomaikaʻi.
In Hawaiian, lokomaikaʻi is a noun used to describe elegant movement, poise or balance.
Meaning: elegant movement, poise or balance (noun)
Did you know?
- The word lokomaikaʻi is composed of two parts that literally translate to 'inside good', suggesting that true grace is an internal quality rather than just an outward appearance.
- While lokomaikaʻi describes poise, the same word is used in Hawaiian to mean 'generosity' or 'kindness'.
- A person acting with lokomaikaʻi is often seen as someone who is in harmony with their community and nature.
Example conversation
Ikaika and Noelani are watching a traditional dance performance.
- IkaikaE nānā i kēlā hula ʻana.Look at that dancing.
- NoelaniHe lokomaikaʻi nui kona kino.Her body has great grace.
- IkaikaʻAe, he mea nani kēlā.Yes, that is a beautiful thing.
- NoelaniHe lokomaikaʻi kēlā hula.That hula is graceful.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries lokomaikaʻi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
