Aloha is the true meaning and symbol of the Hawaiian culture and lifestyle: respect and love one another, and live in harmony with everything around you. Aloha is not something that is spoken, it is something that must be experienced. A traditional Hawaiian greeting starts by sharing ha, or their breath.
It's no secret that aloha is one of the most well-known Hawaiian words — both in the islands and around the world. As the song says, not only can aloha be used as a greeting, but also a farewell or good-bye.
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.
Aloha is the word used to say both 'hello' and 'goodbye' in Hawaiian, but it means much more than just a simple salutation — aloha is a way of life. By definition of the Hawaiian Spirit Law, “Aloha Spirit” is the coordination of mind and heart within each person.
The Hawaiian language has offered a number of words to the English language. Some Hawaiian words are known to non-Hawaiian speakers, and a few have also been assimilated into the English language (e.g. aloha, meaning "hello", "love", or "goodbye", or mahalo, meaning "thank you").
Learn a few Hawaiian phrases before you come—or a word like mahalo—and you will already be practicing aloha. Responding to someone with mahalo conveys good manners and respect for Hawaii and the Polynesian people. And good manners will go a long way in making your travel experience to the islands better.
3. 'A' ole pilikia – You're welcome/ No problem. If someone says 'Mahalo' to you, this is the phrase to respond with.
Hawaiian proverbs
“A humble person walks carefully so as not to hurt others/ Ku'ia kahele aka na'au ha'aha'a.” “Love all you see, including yourself/ Kahuna Nui Hale Kealohalani Makua.” “Dare to dance, leave shame at home// A'a i ka hula, waiho i ka maka'u i ka hale.” “Love gives life within// Ua ola loko i ke aloha.”
“Aloha” is our most important Hawaiian cultural value. Without Aloha all the other cultural values are not complete. It is defined as a noun and means love, affection, compassion, charity, grace, empathy, and much more.
The Namaste Greeting
Much like the Hawaiian “Aloha,” Namaste is used as both a greeting and a farewell. It originates from Sanskrit, an ancient language of India that is over 3500 years old. Sankrit is the liturgical language in which the foundational texts of Hinduism and yoga are written.
The Aloha Spirit is so highly valued by Hawaiians that it is actually a state law to treat people with the same care and respect as their ancestors did. This law requests that city and state employees greet the public by using the words Aloha and Mahalo.
No Ka Oi: 'Is The Best' (ie. Maui no ka oi!)
hana lima: work with hands, or manual work.
Like the Hawaiian 'aloha', in Fiji the use of the word bula ( pronounced bool-ah) depends on the situation. Arriving in Fiji, the warm and loving people shower bula bula on you as if congratulating you for finding their piece of paradise.
Sidenote: According to Wikipedia, Mahalo is a Hawaiian word meaning thanks, gratitiude, admirtaion, praise, esteem, regards and respects. According to the hawaiian dictionary, the word Mahalo is derived from the word Masalo, which means "thanks" and gratitude".
ʻOhana is a Hawaiian term meaning "family" (in an extended sense of the term, including blood-related, adoptive or intentional).
One of the Hawaiian words first learned by most non-Hawaiians is wahine for “woman.” Kāne for “man” and wahine for “woman” are often painted on restroom doors. It also means “lady, wife, female, queen in a deck of cards” and even femininity.
1. The Deeper Meaning of Aloha (ah-LO-ha) Although this is probably the most common word you'll hear and see in Hawaii, many people don't know the deeper meaning behind this greeting. Yes, aloha can serve as both “hello” and “goodbye,” but when you say aloha to another person, you're saying so much more.
E ku'u aloha / Ko`u aloha - “my love” To say “my love”, a term of endearment in Hawaiian, you can say either e ku'u aloha or ko'u aloha.
The Hawaiian word for beautiful is nani [nah-nee]. In case no one's told you today, nani no ʻoe – you are beautiful.
Nani(Nah-knee) – it's the standard term used, but it can also be used to show something or someone is pretty. Ho'onani (ho-oh-nah-knee) – this is more of a verb, used to describe something pretty or beautiful. Makalapua (ma-caw-la-poo-ahh) – the Hawaiian way to say handsome.
Mahalo nui (pronounced mah-hah-loh noo-ee) means "thank you very much." And if you really appreciate something, you can say mahalo nui loa (pronounced mah-hah-loh noo-ee loh-wah), which means "thank you so very much."
[Parker Dictionary (Hawaiian)] Opa (o'-pa), adj. Weary: tired: having strength exhausted; worn out.
Yes (English) translated to Hawaiian as ʻae
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