Top Hawaiian Words to Know Before Visiting Hawaii with Kahanuola Solatorio

Free Guide to Words to Know Before You VisitThe first thing you’ll meet in Hawaii isn’t the beach. It’s the language.Learning a few real words helps you read signs, follow directions, and show respect from day one.👉 Unlock exclusive travel tips and bonus content—join Hawaii’s Best Premium today!If you’ve ever wondered how to read kāne/wahine restroom signs, what kapu means, or when to use makai and mauka, this episode is for you. We’ll also cover everyday words like aloha, mahalo, and mālama so you can connect with confidence.In this episode of our travel podcast, we share the most useful Hawaiian words for visitors, how to say each island name, and simple etiquette to travel with care.👉 In this episode, you will:Learn the day-one words you’ll see and hear, plus how to pronounce each island name with confidence.Understand culture and etiquette, including kapu areas and how to mālama ʻāina.Pick up simple phrases for food, family, hotels, beaches, and wildlife so you feel comfortable everywhere you go._Scroll up ⬆️ and hit play now to get trip-ready language tips before you land.🎧Related episodes with Kahanui:The Ban and Revitalization of the Hawaiian LanguageThe True Meaning of Aloha_📱Connect with Kahanui:Instagram: @ehoopilimai_💻Related blog posts:What Does Kapu Mean?A Hui Hou Meaning_🤓Chapters:1:45 Meet Kahanuola Solatorio2:48 Essential Hawaiian Words and Phrases5:36 Hawaiian Vocabulary16:53 Understanding 'Kanaka' and Directions in Hawaii18:04 Common Hawaiian Words and Their Meanings19:59 Pronouncing Hawaiian Island Names Correctly27:45 Resources for Learning Hawaiian Language_🌴 Plan Your Hawaii Trip With BryanAbout Your Host: Bryan Murphy is the founder of Hawaii’s Best Travel & a Hawaii Destination Expert through the Hawaii Tourism Authority, since 2020. An HVCB member since 2019, he helps first-time & repeat visitors plan respectful Hawaii vacations w/ clear, practical advice & cultural insight.Connect on InstagramHawaii Planning Facebook GroupFree Hawaii travel tips & guides at hawaiisbesttravel.com🤝 To sponsor the show visit hawaiisbesttravel.com/partnerHawaii travel podcast helps you plan a trip to Hawaii with clarity. Discover practical travel tips, island itineraries, & local insight to help you explore Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island.Edge of the Ocean (w/ permission)Ukulele and Chill (w/ permission)Talk Story (w/ permission)