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How do you say nothing in hawaiian?

There isn't a direct translation for "nothing" in Hawaiian that conveys the same meaning as the English word.

Here are some ways to express the concept of "nothing" in Hawaiian, depending on the context:

* ʻAʻohe: This literally means "not have" or "there is no" and is the closest equivalent to "nothing." For example, "ʻAʻohe mea ma aneʻi" translates to "There is nothing here."

* ʻAʻohe mea: This translates to "nothing" more literally but is less commonly used than ʻaʻohe.

* ʻAʻohe he mea: This is a more formal way of saying "nothing."

* ʻAʻole: This means "no" or "not" and can be used to express "nothing" in certain contexts.

The best way to express "nothing" in Hawaiian will depend on the specific situation and what you are trying to convey.

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