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How do you say hurry up in Hawaiian?

There isn't a direct translation for "hurry up" in Hawaiian that conveys the same sense of urgency. However, depending on the context, you could use one of these phrases:

Informal:

* E wikiwiki! (eh wee-kee-wee-kee) - This literally means "be quick" and is a common way to say "hurry up" in a casual setting.

* E hoʻi koke! (eh ho-ee ko-keh) - This means "return quickly" and can be used to tell someone to hurry back.

* E wiki! (eh wee-kee) - A shorter version of "e wikiwiki"

* ʻAuhea! (ow-hey-ah) - This is a more playful way to say "hurry up" and can be used with friends.

Formal:

* E wikiwiki iā ʻoe! (eh wee-kee-wee-kee ee-ah oh-eh) - This is a more polite way to say "hurry up" and literally means "be quick with yourself".

* E wikiwiki i ka hana! (eh wee-kee-wee-kee ee kah ha-nah) - This means "hurry up with the work" and is more appropriate for a professional setting.

Note:

* The tone of voice and body language can also convey urgency in Hawaiian.

* It's always best to err on the side of politeness when using Hawaiian, especially if you are not a native speaker.

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