What is good luck in Hawaii?

The Hawaiian, the 'Honu' is a symbol 'wisdom' and 'good luck'.
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What are common phrases in Hawaii?

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!
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What is a famous Hawaiian saying?

Beautiful Hawaiian sayings & phrases

“May there always be Tradewinds behind you, Rainbows above you, and Aloha all around you.” “Be the Aloha you wish to see in the world.” “May there always be warmth in your Hale, fish in your net, and Aloha in your heart.” “Ohana is a human circle of complete Aloha.”
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What is the proper response to Mahalo?

What does one say in response to Mahalo? If you are just curious as to the proper response when someoone says Mahalo. It's this, ALLLOHHAA! No seriously, when someone says Mahalo, you can say "Aloha" or just plain your welcome.
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What do Hawaiians yell?

Chee comes from the word Cheehoo, a Hawaiian slang originating from the Samoa culture. It is a term that is often used around family and friends in a positive light. “Cheehoo!” is exclaimed when you are celebrating or if something is exciting. The term is most similar to terms like woohoo, yee-haw, or wahoo.
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What does aloha Ka Ko mean?

"Aloha kakou" means "Greetings between you and I". "Aloha nui loa" means "With much love" or "Warm greetings". "A hui hou" means "See you again". "Me ke aloha mai" means "With my greetings". "Me ke aloha pumehana" means "With warm regards".
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What is the most used word in Hawaii?

This is one of the most often used Hawaiian word, even by those who do not fully understand its exact meaning. Aloha can be used to say “Hello” or “Goodbye.” and it has a deeper meaning to the Hawaiian people. Aloha also means kindness, love and affection.
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What is a Hawaiian blessing?

A Hawaiian Kahu* is called upon to give the blessing. The blessing, based on the traditional Hawaiian belief of kapu*, is used to remove something disturbing that has arisen or has been called down upon a place. Things such as negative energy or curses.
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What is the Hawaiian word for love?

Aloha (/əˈloʊhɑː/ ə-LOH-hah, Hawaiian: [əˈlohə]) is the Hawaiian word for love, affection, peace, compassion and mercy, that is commonly used as a simple greeting but has a deeper cultural and spiritual significance to native Hawaiians, for whom the term is used to define a force that holds together existence.
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What are 5 valid Hawaiian words?

5 Common Hawaiian Words
  • Aloha. Commonly used as a greeting and farewell, both hello and goodbye. ...
  • Mahalo. This word means “thank you”. ...
  • Ono. When something is ono it is “delicious”. ...
  • Pono. There is no true English translation of pono. ...
  • Ohana. Ohana means family, It also describes close friends and communities.
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What is a Hawaiian good luck charm?

Thought to live between 60 and 80 years, the Honu is a symbol of longevity, safety, and mana (spiritual energy) in Hawaiian culture and their presence brings good luck and peace. The Honu is considered a form of 'aumakua or ancestral spirit offering lifelong protection, wisdom and guidance.
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What is Hawaiian for congrats?

Simply said..,Ho'omaika'i 'ana - Congratulations in Hawaiian.
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Can you take a lei on the plane?

You can take them home… usually. Be sure to ask the lei maker there are any citrus plant parts incorporated in the lei. Citrus flowers, leaves or other parts of any citrus plant are not allowed.
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What is the Hawaiian word for cheers?

Aloha Maids - Okole maluna! Is the Hawaiian word for cheers! | Facebook.
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What does high Maka Maka mean?

5. High maka maka is a great expression and difficult to translate. It means stuck up or pretentious. “I don't enjoy working with Sally; she's so high maka maka.”
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What 3 things does aloha mean?

It is true that in Hawaiian we say “Aloha” both when greeting someone and also saying goodbye. But that is not to be taken literally. The real meaning of Aloha in Hawaiian is that of Love, Peace, and Compassion.
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What do you reply to aloha?

If someone says “Aloha” to you, say it right back. Mahalo means “thank you.” If someone does you a kindness, don't be shy about saying, “Mahalo,” to them. Locals will be pleased that you used this word.
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What do Hawaiians call their lover?

Kāna ipo, his or her sweetheart. Ipo ahi, ardent lover.
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What do Hawaiians call America?

To most Native Hawaiians, Hawai'i is the mainland and North America is “the continent,” “turtle island,” etc.
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What is Mahalo Piha?

Mahalo Piha (wholehearted gratitude) is surrounded by native birds and plants. This card is part of our Kamanuʻailehua collection. Kamanuʻailehua refers to the native birds who drink the nectar of the ʻōhiʻa lehua blossom and is part of the name given to my son at birth.
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What does Komo Mai mean?

HAWAIIAN WORDS & PHRASES

Also used for hello and goodbye. Aloha ā hui hou - Aloha, until we meet again. E kipa mai & E komo mai – Two phrases meaning welcome.
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What is the Hawaiian word for beautiful?

The Hawaiian word for beautiful is nani [nah-nee]. In case no one's told you today, nani no ʻoe – you are beautiful.
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