Meke

Summary

Meke, in the Fijian language, is all traditional style of dance. It is a cognate of the words "me’e" (Tongan) and mē in Samoan). It is typically performed during celebrations and festivals. Traditionally the dances that comprise the meke art form are performed by groups of men only or women only, however, foreign influences, such as the male/female Tongan ma'ulu'ulu becoming the Fijian vakamalolo, are evident throughout.