How to Say “Period” in Hawaiian

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.

  1. Ikaika

    He kiko lōʻihi kēia no ka haʻawina.
    This is a long period for studying.
  2. Leilani

    ʻAe, ua hōʻleʻleʻi au.
    Yes, I am tired.
  3. Ikaika

    E hiamoe pū kiko pōʻkole.
    Sleep for a short period.
  4. Leilani

    Mahalo, Ikaika.
    Thank you, Ikaika.

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