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Meaning of mele | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
ˈmeɪleɪ

Definitions

A chant in Polynesia, especially Hawaii, typically in praise of a leader or to commemorate some significant event.

Equivalents

Bosanski mele
Français mêlé Mele mêlé
Hrvatski mele
Italiano mele
Kurdî mele
Português mele
Српски mele

Examples

“Lili‘u set⟳ to work⟳ assisting Fornander by translating mele and legends for him.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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See also

Meleager meleagridid meleagrin Melecio Meleda Melee

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