Hawaiian Slang list that you know
Puka
Refers to hole. Small size shells that found on Pacific island beaches, especaially on Hawaiian beaches, usually strung into necklaces.
Opala
Refers to waste or garbage.
Slippahs (slippers)
It refers to slippers or flip-flops.
Makai
Exactly, “ma” (in, on, at) and “kai” (ocean), indicating to the ocean. Used when providing directions.
Mauka
Exactly, “ma” (in, on, at) and “uka” (inland), indicating to the mountains or go inland. Used when providing directions.
Hawaiianslang you must know because it will help you to communicate with locals.
Whenever you travel to Hawaii island, local Hawaiian slang is more noticeable than others. Hawaii is a beautiful mixture of different cultures.
In Hawaii, English and Hawaiin language are officially used. Yet, there is one more language that is used unofficially, which is spoken by many local people in daily discussion: Hawaii Pidgin English.