How to Say “Cloudy” in Hawaiian

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aoaoka
The Hawaiian word for cloudy is aoaoka.
aoaoka is an adjective used to describe something that is covered with or characterized by clouds.
Meaning: covered with or characterised by clouds (adj)

Did you know?

  • The root word ao means 'cloud' but also refers to the 'daylight' or the 'world of the living'.
  • Traditional Hawaiian navigation relied heavily on reading subtle changes in cloud formations, making the ability to describe a 'cloudy' sky a vital skill for wayfinding.
  • The concept of ao as 'daylight' contrasts with pō, which means 'night' and the world of the spirits.

Example conversation

Kiana and Kai are looking at the weather outside.

  1. Kiana

    He lani aoaoka kēia, ʻē Kai?
    It is a cloudy sky, isn't it, Kai?
  2. Kai

    ʻAe, ua aoaoka loa.
    Yes, it is very cloudy.
  3. Kiana

    E hiki mai ana ka ua.
    The rain will be coming.
  4. Kai

    E lawe i kou kapa.
    Take your umbrella.
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