kiko
The Hawaiian word for 'period' (as in an interval of time) is kiko.
kiko is used to denote an interval or a specific period of time.
Meaning: interval of time (noun)
Did you know?
- The word kiko shares an ancient root with the verb meaning 'to peck'.
- If you were discussing a 'period' in the sense of a punctuation mark, you would likely use a different term related to 'points' or 'dots'.
Example conversation
Ikaika and Leilani are discussing their study schedule.
- IkaikaHe kiko lōʻihi kēia no ka haʻawina.This is a long period for studying.
- LeilaniʻAe, ua hōʻleʻleʻi au.Yes, I am tired.
- IkaikaE hiamoe pū kiko pōʻkole.Sleep for a short period.
- LeilaniMahalo, Ikaika.Thank you, Ikaika.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries kiko, CC BY-SA 4.0.