For age:
* Kahiko: This is the most general term for "old" referring to age. It can be used for people, objects, and even events.
* Elemakule: This term specifically refers to an elderly person, especially an elder respected for their wisdom.
* Mākua: This means "parent" but can also be used to refer to someone older than you, similar to "elder."
For things:
* Kahiko: This can be used for old objects, buildings, etc.
* ʻElemakule: This can be used for old traditions or practices.
* Loaʻa: This means "found" and can be used for old objects that have been discovered.
For time:
* Kahiko: This can be used to refer to something that happened a long time ago.
* Mua: This means "before" and can be used to describe something that happened in the past.
For the meaning "old fashioned":
* Kahiko: This can be used for something that is outdated or old-fashioned.
* ʻElemakule: This can also be used for something that is old-fashioned, especially in the context of tradition.
Examples:
* He kāne kahiko ʻo ia. (He is an old man.)
* He hale kahiko kēlā. (That is an old house.)
* ʻElemakule ka moʻolelo ʻo ia. (That is an old story.)
The best way to choose the right word is to consider the specific context and the meaning you want to convey.