Aloha
Aloha is the most widely used, the most sacred and the most powerful word in the Hawaiian language. While most first-timers to Hawaii think it is a word used in greeting, meaning hello, goodbye or love but its true usage means volumes more. It is one of the two words that most represent the values that are cherished and treasured in the Hawaiian culture, the other being Mahalo.
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There is nothing like an exotic trip to the Hawaiian Islands, from the world class shopping along Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki, to all the adventures you can stand, from diving, to whale watching, to paddle surfing it’s all available. In the Hawaiian Islands you can find what you are looking for. For me it is a journey, a journey into the Hawaiian life and the great culture that abounds if you are willing to get off the beaten path and understand the details that are presented to you.
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10 common Hawaiian sayings and what they really mean
Aloha is the most common and probably the most beautiful word in the Hawaiian language. It is the first greeting you hear when you are in Hawaii. While everyone speaks English in Hawaii, the ancient language is making a comeback. The Hawaiians really appreciate it when you take the effort to speak some phrases in the native language. To help you get started, here are 10 most common Hawaiian sayings and what they really mean.
1. Aloha – like many Hawaiian words, it has multiple meanings. While it is commonly used to say hello, good-bye and to express love, the beauty of the word comes through when it is broken down into the foundation root words.
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Mahalo nui loa...
Mike
