How to Say “Tropical” in Hawaiian

By Chase George • Updated October 5, 2026

kualo

The Hawaiian word for tropical is kualo.

kualo is an adjective used to describe something that originates from or is similar to a hot, humid climate.

Meaning: from or similar to a hot humid climate (adj)

Example conversation

Kai and Leilani are looking at a fruit platter.

Kai

He huapala kualo kēia.
This is a tropical fruit platter.
Leilani

He kualo pono kēlā.
That is very tropical.
Kai

Makemake anei ʻoe?
Do you want some?
Leilani

ʻAe, e kōkua mai.
Yes, please help me.

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Chase George

Aloha! I'm Chase, an enthusiast of Hawaiian culture and language. Through my writing, I paint broad strokes with words, unearthing the beauty of the Hawaiian's melodic dialect. My love for nature, sports, animals, and sharing life's blessings finds a home in my work. When I'm not playing basketball or gazing at stars, I enjoy immersing myself within 'ohana' (family) and translating common words and phrases to Hawaiian. Ho'omaika'i 'Ana (Congratulations) to me, for I am ever ready to dive deep into the Pacific ocean of Hawaiian language to draw out pearls of wisdom for you. Let’s kākau (write)!

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