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How do you say its ok in Hawaiian?

There isn't a direct translation for "It's okay" in Hawaiian that conveys the exact same meaning. However, here are some options depending on the context:

Formal:

* ʻAʻole pilikia: This literally means "No problem" and is a polite way to say "It's okay" in a formal situation.

* ʻAʻole he mea: This means "There's nothing (wrong)" and can also be used in a formal context.

Informal:

* ʻAʻole pilikia: This is also a common informal way to say "It's okay".

* ʻAʻole he mea: This can also be used informally.

* Maikaʻi: This means "good" and can be used to say "It's okay" in a casual setting.

* Pau: This literally means "finished" and can be used to mean "It's okay" if someone is asking if they can stop doing something.

Example:

* Friend: "I forgot your birthday gift."

* You: "ʻAʻole pilikia. He mea ia." (It's okay. No problem.)

It's important to consider the context and your relationship with the person you're talking to when choosing the appropriate phrase.

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