hōʻike
The Hawaiian word for the interjection "okay" is hōʻike.
Meaning: OK (intj)
Did you know?
- The word hōʻike literally means 'to show' or 'to demonstrate'. When used as 'okay', it signals that the speaker has seen and understood the information.
- In Hawaiian, the word ʻike can mean 'to see' 'to know' or 'to perceive', making hōʻike a versatile term that bridges the gap between physical sight and mental understanding.
- While hōʻike confirms understanding, Hawaiian has other ways to express agreement that do not involve the root for 'seeing', distinguishing between 'I hear you' and 'I agree with you'.
Example conversation
Kiana and Koa are planning a meeting time.
- KianaE hui hou kākou i ka pōʻnhū?Shall we meet again tomorrow night?
- KoaHōʻike, e kōkua au e loaʻa ka wahi.Okay, I will help find the place.
- KianaMaikaʻi, a hui hou!Good, see you later!
- KoaA hui hou!See you later!
