Kokua: Hawaiian word for Help or support. Ho’ike: a cultural presentation to show or display Hawaiian music, hula and song Haole: Translates to “without the breath of life.” Traditionally means foreigner, but often refers to a person of Caucasian ancestry. Used to describe native born and any long-term resident of the Hawaiian islands, regardless of racial background Kama’aina: Literally, child of the land. Tutu: Hawaiian word for Grandma or Grandpa ‘Ohana: Family, but used beyond blood relations to express love and commitment within communities ‘Ono: Hawaiian word for “delicious,” Used most often in combination with “grindz” Aloha Spirit: a philosophy or way of being in Hawaii, more specifically the feeling of gratitude, friendship, understanding, and solidarity Used as a greeting or parting, but also means affection, kindness and goodness Aloha: specifically the Hawaiian word for “love,” aloha is a catch-all word of good intentions and feelings. Grindz: delicious food, as in at a party or a favorite food establishment Uncle/Aunty: how locals refer to elders, regardless of familial connection

Hawaiian pidgin