Lilo
Lilo is the Hawaiian word for an inflatable air mattress.
As a noun, Lilo refers to an inflatable air mattress. Additionally, it can function as a personal name in formal Hawaiian contexts.
Meaning: inflatable air mattress (noun)
Did you know?
- While lilo is the standard word for an air mattress, it is a loanword adapted from the English 'lilo', which is a common term for an inflatable mattress in New Zealand and Australia.
- In the film 'Lilo & Stitch', the character's name is a nod to the Hawaiian word lilo, which means 'lost', mirroring the character's feeling of isolation.
- Because Hawaiian uses a limited number of consonants, the word lilo is an example of how a single sound sequence can carry vastly different meanings depending on the context of the sentence.
Examples in context
- He lilo kēia.This is an inflatable air mattress.
- He lilo hou kēia.This is a new air mattress.
Example conversation
Kai and Kiana are preparing for a camping trip.
- KaiKiana, aia ka Lilo?Kiana, is the air mattress here?
- KianaʻAe, aia ma ka hale.Yes, it is in the house.
- KaiE kōkua mai i ka Lilo.Help me with the air mattress.
- KianaʻAe, e hele mai!Yes, come here!
