How to Say “Joseph” in Hawaiian

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Iosepa
The Hawaiian way to say the male given name Joseph is Iosepa.
Iosepa is the Hawaiian form of the male given name Joseph.
Meaning: male given name (name)

Did you know?

  • Because the Hawaiian alphabet has only 13 letters, foreign names like Joseph are adapted to fit the limited sound system, which is why the 'J' becomes I.
  • Names like Iosepa became widespread in Hawaii during the 19th century due to the influence of Christian missionaries.
  • In Hawaiian, the name Iosepa follows a strict consonant-vowel pattern, ensuring that no two consonants ever appear side by side.

Examples in context

  • He ʻo Iosepa.
    His name is Joseph.
  • Ua ʻike au iā Iosepa.
    I saw Joseph.

Example conversation

Noelani and Keanu are talking about a mutual friend.

  1. Noelani

    Aia ʻo Iosepa ma ka puka.
    Joseph is at the door.
  2. Keanu

    ʻAe, ua hiki mai ʻo ia.
    Yes, he has arrived.
  3. Noelani

    E kīkī i ka puka no Iosepa.
    Open the door for Joseph.
  4. Keanu

    E hana au i kēlā kōkē.
    I will do that right away.

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