English to Hawaiian Common Words and Phrases
Every language has a bunch of words that are more common than others. The same is true for Hawaiian. That's why we are compiling a list of English to Hawaiian common words and phrases to help people better understand the basics of the language.
By scrolling below, you'll find several categories of common Hawaiian words. These include sections for yes and no, thank you, men and women, and finally a category with some other useful phrases you might run into.
Common Words and Phrases from English to Hawaiian:
Words in bold added during the last update. You can also view this list of common words from Hawaiian to English.
"Yes" and "No" from English to Hawaiian
Yes ➔ 'ae
No ➔ 'a'ole
English to Hawaiian Words for "Thank You"
Thank you ➔ Mahalo
Thank you very much! ➔ Mahalo nui loa!
English to Hawaiian for "Men" and "Women"
Men ➔ Kane (sometimes used to mark the men's bathroom)
Women ➔ Wahine (sometimes used to mark the women's bathroom)
Other Useful Phrases from English to Hawaiian
Keep out! ➔ Kapu! (sometimes used to mark forbidden areas)
Towards the ocean ➔ Makai (often used for directions, "go towards the ocean")
Towards the mountain ➔ Mauka (often used for directions, "go inland, or towards the mountain")
*English to Hawaiian common words and phrases last updated: January 23, 2025.
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