![]() In Hawaii, you will almost always hear the word lanai when referring to someone’s outdoor patio. You might also see “ kokua” on a lot of local signage throughout Hawaii. Pronounced “ko-kuwa,” and means help, aid, assistance, relief. “Please kōkua with this heavy bag.” Kōkua is often mixed with English to ask for help with something. You will also see the “Maikaʻi Card” at Foodland stores throughout Hawaii. Maika’i means good, fine, all-right, well-being, excellent. The Hawaiian state motto is “ Ua Mau ke Ea o ka ʻĀina i ka Pono” - The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness. Pono means balance, righteousness, doing what’s right. Pronounced “uh hoo-ee ho,” which means “until we meet again.” Did you know that Hawaiian doesn’t have a word for goodbye? We prefer to say a hui hou. ![]() It’s pronounced “wick-ee.” Wikipedia - the “instant” encyclopedia “A hui hou” Hau’oli makahiki hou! means “Happy New Year!” Wiki Pronounced “how-ò-lee,” hau’oli means happy, glad, joyful. Mahalo nui loa means “thank you very much.” You could also say mahalo nui, which is more casual, like saying “thanks a lot.” Mahalo means “thank you,” but you probably already know that. Aloha can be used as a noun, verb and adjective. Aloha means hello, goodbye, I love you, goodness and many more connotations of positivity. Here are 34 of our most common expressions, which will help you get around our unique island culture: AlohaĪloha defines the spirit of Hawaii and its gift to the world. ![]() Listen up! It’s time for your Hawaii lingo lesson. 34 ultra-useful Hawaiian words, terms and expressions you should know Written by Charles on Januin Blog.
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