Leilani
/leilani/from spelling rules
Leilani is a female given name used in Spanish.
Leilani is used as a proper noun for a female person.
How do you pronounce it?
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Did you know?
- Although used in Spanish-speaking regions, the name Leilani is actually of Hawaiian origin and is not a native Spanish name.
- Spanish speakers may use the diminutive Leilanita to express affection or to refer to a child named Leilani.
- Though it is a name, the sounds in Leilani resemble the Spanish word leí, which means 'I read'.
Examples in context
- ¡Feliz cumpleaños, Ani!Happy birthday, Ani!
- Leilani es una persona muy amable.Leilani is a very kind person.
- ¿Has visto a Leilani hoy?Have you seen Leilani today?
- El libro es de Leilani.The book belongs to Leilani.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are talking in a cafe.
- DanielMaría, ¿sabes dónde está Leilani?María, do you know where Leilani is?
- MaríaNo, no he visto a Leilani.No, I haven't seen Leilani.
- DanielLeilani me debe una llamada.Leilani owes me a call.
- MaríaSeguro que ella te llamará pronto.I'm sure she will call you soon.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
