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How do you say wait to meet in Hawaiian?

There's no single perfect translation for "wait to meet" in Hawaiian, as the specific nuance depends on the context. Here are some options and explanations:

1. E kali ana au e hālāwai me ʻoe (Eh ka-lee a-na ow e ha-la-wa-ee meh eh-oh-eh) - This is the most literal translation, meaning "I am waiting to meet with you." It's formal and emphasizes the act of waiting.

2. E kali au e hālāwai me ʻoe (Eh ka-lee ow e ha-la-wa-ee meh eh-oh-eh) - This is a slightly less formal version, omitting the "ana" which indicates a continuous action. It still means "I am waiting to meet with you," but without emphasizing the duration of the wait.

3. Ke kali nei au e hālāwai me ʻoe (Keh ka-lee ney ow e ha-la-wa-ee meh eh-oh-eh) - This is a more poetic and dramatic way to say "I am waiting to meet you," using the word "nei" which adds a sense of anticipation or excitement.

4. E hālāwai kākou (Eh ha-la-wa-ee ka-kow) - This means "Let's meet" and doesn't directly translate "wait," but implies a shared expectation of meeting. This is a more casual and direct approach.

5. E hālāwai kākou i ka manawa kūpono (Eh ha-la-wa-ee ka-kow ee ka ma-na-wa koo-po-no) - This means "Let's meet when the time is right," implying a future meeting but leaving the timing open. This is a polite and flexible option.

The best choice depends on the specific situation and relationship between the speakers. For example, if you're talking to a close friend, you might use a more casual phrase like "E hālāwai kākou." But if you're talking to someone you don't know well, you might use a more formal phrase like "E kali ana au e hālāwai me ʻoe."

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