Laters
casual, Hawaii
In Hawaiian Pidgin a common way to say "bye" is Laters. Locals also say Shoots to agree and wrap up a talk, and A hui hou, from Hawaiian, means "until we meet again".
Meaning: parting word (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Hawaiian | Note |
|---|---|
| Laters | casual, Hawaii |
| Shoots | casual, Pidgin |
| A hui hou | Hawaiian |
Laters is short for "see you later" and goes with friends and family. Shoots means "OK, sure", so it often closes a plan before people part.
Which one should you use?
A hui hou (a hoo-ee ho) is a Hawaiian phrase that many Pidgin speakers use as a warm goodbye. It is also heard on signs and at airports.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Hawaiian Pidgin is the everyday English-based creole of Hawaii, called Hawaii Creole English by linguists. It is different from the Hawaiian language.
Did you know?
- The Hawaiian phrase A hui hou is often used as a farewell and is also written on tourist items in Hawaii.
Examples in context
- Laters, brah.Bye, bro.
- Shoots, we go meet up tomorrow.OK, let us meet up tomorrow.
- A hui hou, mo bettah next time.Until we meet again, better next time.
Example conversation
Kekoa and his friend Malia say goodbye after the beach.
- KekoaEh, I gotta go. Laters.Hey, I have to go. Bye.
- MaliaShoots, see you tomorrow.OK, see you tomorrow.
- KekoaA hui hou, Malia.Until we meet again, Malia.
