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How do you Say great in hawaiian?

There isn't a single word in Hawaiian that perfectly translates to "great" in all contexts. It depends on what you want to express:

For a general positive sentiment:

* Maika'i (pronounced my-kai) - This is the most common way to say "good" in Hawaiian, but it can also convey "great" or "wonderful" depending on context and tone.

* Nani (pronounced nah-nee) - This word means "beautiful" but can also be used to express admiration or praise, similar to "great."

For expressing something exceptional or impressive:

* Kupanaha (pronounced koo-pah-nah-ha) - This means "amazing" or "wonderful" and captures the idea of something being extraordinary.

* Kama'āina (pronounced kah-mah-ah-ee-nah) - While technically meaning "local," this term can be used in a more general sense to express something "excellent" or "outstanding."

For expressing gratitude:

* Mahalo (pronounced mah-ha-loh) - This means "thank you" but can also be used to express appreciation for something "great" or "wonderful."

For a more specific context, you can combine words:

* Maika'i loa (pronounced my-kai lo-ah) - This means "very good" or "extremely good" and can be used to convey a sense of "greatness."

* Nani loa (pronounced nah-nee lo-ah) - This means "very beautiful" and can be used to express "great" in a more aesthetic sense.

The best way to say "great" in Hawaiian depends on the specific situation and what you want to convey. Consider the context and choose the word or phrase that best fits your meaning.

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