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How do you say faith in Hawaiian?

There isn't a single perfect translation for "faith" in Hawaiian. It depends on the specific context. Here are a few possibilities:

General "faith":

* Manaʻoʻiʻo: This translates literally as "believe" and can encompass the idea of having faith in something.

* ʻOʻoleʻa: This word can mean "trust" or "confidence" and can also be used to convey the idea of faith.

Faith in a religious sense:

* Haipule: This word means "devout" or "religious" and implies faith in a higher power.

* Manaʻoʻiʻo i ke Akua: This literally translates to "believe in God" and conveys faith in a specific deity.

Faith in a person:

* Hilinaʻi: This word means "trust" or "reliance" and can be used to describe faith in a specific person.

The best translation will depend on the specific context and nuance you want to convey.

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