Hauʻoli male ʻana
The Hawaiian phrase for "happy wedding" is Hauʻoli male ʻana.
This phrase is used to wish a couple joy and happiness on their wedding day.
Did you know?
- In ancient Hawaiian, the word male meant 'cough'.
- Traditional Hawaiian weddings often incorporate the 'hoʻoponopona' process to resolve family conflicts before the union.
- In Hawaiian culture, the exchange of lei during a wedding symbolizes the intertwining of two lives and the connection of families.
Example conversation
Leilani and Koa are greeting a couple at a reception.
- LeilaniAloha! Hauʻoli male ʻana!Hello! Happy wedding!
- KoaMahalo nui loa, Leilani.Thank you very much, Leilani.
- LeilaniHe lā nani kēia, ʻouana?It is a beautiful day, isn't it?
- KoaʻAe, he lā kupaianahaYes, it is an amazing day.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Hauʻoli, hauʻoli, male, CC BY-SA 4.0.
