Formal:
* Keiki'ōua: This literally translates to "your child," but is often used to refer to a baby, especially if you are talking to someone else about your child.
* Keiki a'u: This translates to "my child," and can be used for a baby or a child of any age.
Informal:
* Keiki: This simply means "child" or "baby" and is a common way to refer to a young one. You can add "a'u" (mine) after it to specify it's yours: Keiki a'u.
* Pupu: This word is endearing and specifically refers to a very young baby. It is similar to "little one" in English.
Using terms of endearment:
You can also use terms of endearment in Hawaiian to refer to your baby, such as:
* 'Anakala/‘Anakala: This means "my little one" or "my dear" and can be used for a baby or a child.
* Pua: This means "flower" and is a term of endearment used for children, especially babies.
The best phrase to use depends on the context and the person you are talking to. You can also use a combination of these phrases, such as "Keiki 'ōua, 'Anakala" (Your child, my little one).