What are some common Hawaiian words?

10 Hawaiian phrases to learn before you go

• Aloha – Hello. Pronounced a-lo-ha.
• Mahalo – Thank you. Pronounced mah-hah-loh.
• A hui hou – Until we meet again. Pronounced ah-hoo-wee-ho-oo-uu.
• Howzit? – How are you?
• Honu – Green sea turtle. Pronounced hoe-new.
• ‘Ono grinds – Delicious food. Pronounced oh-no grinds.
• Waina – Wine.
• A ‘o ia!

What does Ali mean in Hawaiian?

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Our Hawaiian word of the day is “Ali’i.” The word Aliʻi refers to a chief or chiefess. In traditional times there were different types of aliʻi who had different responsibilities contributing to the welfare of the people and the land.

What does Komo Mai?

E kipa mai / E komo mai – Two phrases meaning welcome.

What does Aina mean in Hawaiian?

land
As you can see from the motto, aina translates as “land,” but its meaning goes much deeper than a simple definition. To really understand all the layers of meaning of the word, you also need to understand the unique relationship that native Hawaiians have with the land.

What does Kalani mean in Hawaii?

Kalani. Origin: Hawaiian. Meaning: Sea and sky, chief.

What does Alihi mean in Hawaiian?

The meaning of the name “Alihi Kaua” is: “Commander, strategist”.

Why Do Hawaiians touch foreheads?

“The touching of foreheads—this is an ancient greeting that honors the heart and soul of another human being. Amongst the Māori, it is nose to nose, forehead to forehead—called hongi. The Hawaiians call it honi, and it is practiced amongst the Tibetans, and the desert Bedouins.

What do Hawaiians call their friends?

Sistah/braddah. How do you use sistah/braddah in Hawaiian pidgin? These two terms are so commonly used in local pidgin and refer to a young woman or man. They can be used for a friend or just someone you’ve met.