Aalii

Pronunciation: /ɑːˈliː/

Definitions of aalii

noun a small tree or shrub native to Hawaii, known for its leathery leaves and yellow flowers

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a beautiful aalii plant in the garden.

A2 The aalii flowers were blooming in different colors.

B1 The aalii tree is native to Hawaii and is known for its vibrant flowers.

B2 The aalii shrub is commonly used in landscaping for its drought-resistant properties.

C1 Botanists study the genetic makeup of the aalii plant to understand its resilience to harsh climates.

C2 The aalii species has adapted over time to survive in various ecological conditions.

Examples of aalii in a Sentence

formal The aalii plant is native to Hawaii and is known for its vibrant green leaves.

informal I love the aalii flowers that bloom in our garden every spring.

slang Check out that cool aalii tree over there!

figurative Her resilience in the face of adversity was like the strong roots of an aalii plant.

Grammatical Forms of aalii

• past tense: aaliied
• plural: aaliis
• comparative: more aalii
• superlative: most aalii
• present tense: aaliis
• future tense: will aalii
• perfect tense: have aaliied
• continuous tense: is aaliing
• singular: aalii
• positive degree: aalii
• infinitive: to aalii
• gerund: aaliing
• participle: aaliied

Origin and Evolution of aalii

First Known Use: 1775 year

Language of Origin: Hawaiian

Story behind the word: The word 'aalii' originated from the Hawaiian language.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the Hawaiian tree Dodonaea viscosa, the term 'aalii' has evolved to also refer to a shrub or small tree with leathery leaves and yellow flowers found in tropical regions.