Hawaii Questions

pakalaki = unlucky Original post by staff@the-hawaii-directory.com (The Hawaii Directory)

makemake = like Original post by staff@the-hawaii-directory.com (The Hawaii Directory)

hiapo = first born Original post by staff@the-hawaii-directory.com (The Hawaii Directory)

wa’a = canoe Original post by staff@the-hawaii-directory.com (The Hawaii Directory)

pupus = hor d’oeuvres, snacks, or appetizers – local style includes sushi, poke (marinated raw fish), teriyaki sticks, dim sum and more

shaka is the famous Hawaiian hand gesture – middle fingers folded with the thumb and pinky extended while wiggling your hand a little

mahalo = thank you Original post by staff@the-hawaii-directory.com (The Hawaii Directory)

lula = rule Original post by staff@the-hawaii-directory.com (The Hawaii Directory)