How to Say Beautiful in Hawaiian
Learn the basic word., Use the word "ho'onani" as a verb to describe beauty or to give praise., Use the word "makalapua" for handsome or blossoming (as in flower buds).
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Learn the basic word.
The standard word beautiful is "nani".
It is pronounced as nah-knee.
Nani can also be used for splendid and pretty.
Nani kōkī (supremely beautiful) -
Step 2: Use the word "ho'onani" as a verb to describe beauty or to give praise.
You can pronounce it as "ho-oh-nah-knee".
Mea ho'onani kino (describing body jewelry) Nâ mea ho'onani (decorations in general) , It is pronounced as ma-caw-la-poo-ahh. -
Step 3: Use the word "makalapua" for handsome or blossoming (as in flower buds).
Detailed Guide
The standard word beautiful is "nani".
It is pronounced as nah-knee.
Nani can also be used for splendid and pretty.
Nani kōkī (supremely beautiful)
You can pronounce it as "ho-oh-nah-knee".
Mea ho'onani kino (describing body jewelry) Nâ mea ho'onani (decorations in general) , It is pronounced as ma-caw-la-poo-ahh.
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