haku
The Hawaiian word for boss is haku.
haku refers to a person in charge, such as a supervisor or a boss.
Meaning: person in charge (noun)
Did you know?
- The word haku is also used as a verb meaning to compose or create, such as when writing a story or a song. This connects the idea of being 'in charge' with the act of creative authorship.
- In many Polynesian languages, the root of haku is related to words meaning 'to strike' or 'to hit', suggesting a connection between authority and physical force.
- While haku means 'boss', the word is also used in Hawaiian to refer to a 'weaver', specifically one who weaves or braids things together.
Examples in context
- He kēlā ke haku o ke hale.That man is the boss of the house.
- Ke ʻimi nei au i ke haku.I am looking for the boss.
Example conversation
Ikaika and Leilani are talking at work.
- IkaikaAia ka haku e hele mai ana.The boss is coming over.
- LeilaniHe aha kāna e makemake ai?What does he want?
- IkaikaʻAʻole au i ʻike.I don't know.
- LeilaniE kōkua kākou i ka haku.Let's help the boss.
