Hula

usgb/ˈhuːlə/
noun

A traditional Hawaiian dance performed with hand gestures telling a story, often with rhythmic drumming or music.

She practiced her hula routine for the cultural festival.
Visual representation of "hula" - A traditional Hawaiian dance performed with hand gestures telling a story, often with rhythmic drumming or music.

Often appears as...

  • hula dance
  • hula dancer

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Cultural

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Cultural Significance

Hula has deep cultural roots in Hawaii, reflecting its history and mythology.

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At the luau, the hula performance depicted the story of Pele, the volcano goddess.
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Gesture Importance

Hand movements in hula are crucial as they visually represent the words of the chant or song.

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The dancer's hula hands gracefully mimicked the ocean waves.
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Attire and Props

Traditional hula is often performed in specific costumes, like grass skirts, and with props like lei.

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Wearing a bright hula skirt, the dancer swayed to the Hawaiian tunes.
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