Words

  • Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is oli

    Meaning: A chant; to chant – Refers to the traditional practice of chanting, often used in ceremonies or storytelling.

  • pāʻina

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is pāʻina

    Meaning: Party – A gathering of people to celebrate, often marked by food, music, and community.

  • lau

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is lau

    Meaning: Leaf – A single part of a plant, symbolizing growth, nature, and connection to the environment.

  • kahiko

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is kahiko

    Meaning: Old, ancient – Describes something from the past, carrying historical or cultural significance.

  • nui

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is nui

    Meaning: Big – Signifies something of large size, importance, or greatness in scale or significance.

  • lā

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is

    Meaning: Sun – The source of light and life, symbolizing energy, warmth, and the passage of time.

  • moʻokūʻauhau

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is moʻokūʻauhau

    Meaning: Genealogy – The lineage or ancestry of a person, deeply significant in Hawaiian culture for understanding identity and heritage.

  • ʻauinalā

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is ʻauinalā

    Meaning: Afternoon – Represents the time of day between noon and evening, symbolizing transition and rest.

  • hiapo

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is hiapo

    Meaning: First-born child – Refers to the eldest child in a family, often holding a position of honor and responsibility.

  • hānai

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is hānai

    Meaning: Feed, raise, adopt – The act of nourishing, raising a child, or adopting and caring for someone as family.

  • pūpū

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is pūpū

    Meaning: Shell or appetizer – Refers to the ocean’s treasures or small dishes served during gatherings.

  • ʻāhina

    Today’s ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi word is ʻāhina

    Meaning: Gray – Represents the color of age, wisdom, or neutrality.