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What is the Hawaiian word for fluffy?

There isn't a single Hawaiian word that translates directly to "fluffy" in the sense of describing texture. However, depending on the context you can use different words to convey the concept:

* 'Ōpū'ōpū (pronounced oh-poo-oh-poo): This word refers to something being "soft and round," which can be used to describe a fluffy texture, especially in food like bread or clouds.

* Mālie (pronounced mah-lee-eh): This word means "soft" or "gentle," and can be used to describe the feeling of something fluffy.

* Pulu (pronounced poo-loo): This word refers to "soft, downy hair" and could be used to describe the fluffiness of a cloud or a soft animal.

Ultimately, the best way to describe "fluffy" in Hawaiian would be to use a combination of words that convey the desired meaning based on the context. For example, you could say "He mea 'ōpū'ōpū a mālie" (It is a soft and round thing) to describe a fluffy pillow.

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