Some Hawaiian Words
A ina – Land.
Ali’i – A Hawaiian chief; a member of the chiefly class. Aloha– Hello, goodbye, or a feeling or the spirit of love, affection, or kindness. Hale – House or building. Hana– Work. Haole – foreigner. He`iau – Hawaiian temple. Hula – The story-telling dance of Hawaii. Imu – An underground oven. Kahuna – A priest or minister; someone who is an expert in a profession. Kai – The Sea. Kalua – Cooking food underground. Kane – Boy or man. Kapu – Forbidden, taboo; keep out. Keiki – Child or children. Kokua – Help. |
Lanai – Porch, veranda, patio.
Lei – Necklace of flowers, shells, or feathers. Limu– Edible seaweed Lomi – To rub or massage; lomi salmon is raw salmon rubbed with salt. Lu`au– Hawaiian feast; literally means taro leaves. Mahalo – Thank you. Makai – Toward the sea. Malihini – A newcomer, visitor, or guest. Ohana – Family. Ono – Delicious, the best tasting. Pali – A cliff. Pono– Goodness, excellence, correct, proper. Pua – Flower, blossom. Pupu – Appetizer, snacks, or finger foods. Wahine – Woman. Wai – Fresh water. Wikiwiki – To hurry up, very quick. |