Maile
A fragrant climbing plant native to Hawaii, used in lei and other traditional adornments.
Meaning and origin
Maile is drawn directly from the Hawaiian word for a common vine that has long held importance in Hawaiian culture and tradition.
How to pronounce Maile
| Hawaiian (United States) | MY-leh /ˈmajlɛ/ |
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