Hawaiian at Your Fingertips: Digital Tools for Language Learning

Aloha kākou! Aloha Lā Aloha! 

Can you believe we're already in Week 2 of Mahina 'Ōlelo Hawai'i? Happy Valentineʻs Day! What better time to learn how to express your aloha in Hawaiian then today? 

Aloha au iā 'oe" means "I love you.

Your Valentine's Day Cheat Sheet

Here are some words and phrases to learn:

• Honi - Kiss
• Ipo - Sweetheart
• Pūliki - hug
• Puʻuwai - heart
• Aloha au iā 'oe - I love you
• Hauʻoli Lā Aloha - Happy Valentineʻs Day

Want to Keep Learning More With Us?

If you're feeling motivated to go beyond Valentine's words and phrases, there are tons of great resources out there:

• Duolingo Hawaiian - Perfect for learning basic vocabulary and phrases in short, daily sessions
  
• Hawaiian Dictionary (Wehewehe.org) - Your go-to resource for word definitions and usage
  
• Kanaeokana - a network of Hawaiian organizations and schools that work together to strengthen Hawaiian education
• Ulukau.org - A digital library of Hawaiian language materials
• Niuolahiki Distance Learning - Comprehensive online courses for all levels
• Na Kumu Kawehi - Offers Hawaiian language classes and ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi curriculum books in order to contribute to providing resources for olelo Hawaii
• Olelo Online - Learn Hawaiian in a friendly Virtual Classroom 
• E Hoopili Mai - Learn basic 'ōlelo Hawai'i skills to incorporate into your everyday life
• Ka Alala - Learn Hawaiian with Malu
• Kaulumaika - a fellow small business owner and artist who learned 'ōlelo Hawai'i

Pro tip: Try following Hawaiian language accounts on Instagram or TikTok. You'd be amazed at how much you can pick up just from scrolling through your feed! Let me know if you want to know some of our favorites!

The Perfect Time to Start

Remember, you don't have to be perfect. Even if you just learn one phrase to share with someone special this Valentine's Day, that's already amazing. After all, nothing says "I care" quite like making the effort to speak someone's language.

So, ready to make this Valentine's Day extra special? Pick your favorite phrase or word and start practicing! And hey, if you end up pronouncing it a little wrong, just smile and remember – it's the thought that counts!