Lei

leɪ

Meaning & Definition

noun

A Hawaiian necklace made of flowers, leaves, or other materials, typically worn around the neck.

She wore a beautiful lei made of plumeria flowers to the luau.

A token of affection, celebration, or hospitality in Hawaiian culture, often given to guests.

Upon arriving in Hawaii, the tourists were welcomed with a traditional lei draped over their shoulders.

A decorative garland or wreath, often used in festive occasions.

For the graduation ceremony, they made a colorful lei using various tropical blooms.

Hawaiian

lei of flowers

A garland made specifically from flowers.

make a lei

The act of creating a floral garland, often for a special occasion.

garland

A decorative wreath or chain of flowers, leaves, or stems.

necklace

An ornamental chain or string of beads or jewels worn around the neck.

A term used in some contexts to refer to a laid-back or relaxed lifestyle.

He's living the lei life, just taking things easy.

Used informally to describe someone who is exceptionally laid-back or carefree.

She's such a lei person, always going with the flow.