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How do you say my son in Hawaiian?

"My son" in Hawaiian can be expressed in a few ways, depending on the context and formality:

Formal:

* "Kaʻu keiki kāne" (kah-oo keh-kee kah-neh) - This literally means "my male child" and is the most formal way to say "my son."

Informal:

* "Koʻu keiki kāne" (koh-oo keh-kee kah-neh) - This is a slightly less formal version of the previous phrase.

* "Koʻu keiki" (koh-oo keh-kee) - This literally means "my child" and can be used for both sons and daughters.

* "Koʻu kāne" (koh-oo kah-neh) - This literally means "my male," and while it is informal, it can be used affectionately.

Specific to the son:

* You can also use the son's name and add "koʻu" (koh-oo) before it to indicate "my." For example, if your son's name is "Kai," you could say "Koʻu Kai" (koh-oo kai).

Remember that Hawaiian language is very nuanced, and the best way to say "my son" will depend on your relationship with the person you are speaking to.

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