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What does the Hawaiian phrase Pua olena mean in English?

"Pua olena" in Hawaiian translates to "ʻōlena flower" in English.

ʻŌlena (pronounced oh-leh-nah) is the Hawaiian word for turmeric, a plant with yellow flowers. So, "Pua olena" literally means "turmeric flower."

However, "Pua olena" is also used figuratively to represent beauty, joy, and happiness, as the turmeric flower is considered a symbol of these qualities in Hawaiian culture.

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