Lanai

Pronunciation: /ləˈnaɪ/

Definitions of lanai

noun a patio or balcony in a tropical resort or hotel

Example Sentences

A1 I sat on the lanai and enjoyed the warm breeze.

A2 The lanai is a great place to relax and read a book.

B1 We had breakfast on the lanai overlooking the ocean.

B2 The lanai was beautifully decorated with tropical plants and comfortable furniture.

C1 The lanai is the perfect spot for hosting outdoor dinner parties.

C2 The lanai offers stunning views of the sunset over the mountains.

Examples of lanai in a Sentence

formal The lanai is a popular feature in many Hawaiian homes, providing a shaded outdoor space for relaxation.

informal Let's have breakfast on the lanai this morning, it's such a nice spot to enjoy the view.

slang I love chillin' on the lanai with a cold drink in hand, it's so peaceful out there.

figurative The lanai represents a sanctuary for me, a place where I can escape from the stresses of everyday life.

Grammatical Forms of lanai

• past tense: lanai'd
• plural: lanais
• comparative: more lanai
• superlative: most lanai
• present tense: lanais
• future tense: will lanai
• perfect tense: have lanai'd
• continuous tense: is lanaiing
• singular: lanai
• positive degree: lanai
• infinitive: to lanai
• gerund: lanaiing
• participle: lanai'd

Origin and Evolution of lanai

First Known Use: 1820 year

Language of Origin: Hawaiian

Story behind the word: The word 'lanai' originates from the Hawaiian language.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a type of veranda or open-sided living space in Hawaiian architecture, the term 'lanai' has evolved to refer to a covered patio or porch in modern usage, particularly in the context of tropical or beachfront homes.