1. Star: This is the most common meaning of "hoku." It refers to a star in the sky.
2. North: "Hoku" can also refer to the north direction. This is because the North Star (Polaris) is a prominent landmark in the night sky.
3. To Guide: The concept of stars guiding someone can be expressed through "hoku." This is because ancient Hawaiians used the stars for navigation.
4. North Star: This is a more specific meaning referring directly to the Polaris star.
5. Name: "Hoku" can also be a given name, either for a boy or a girl.
Example:
* "He nānā i ka hoku." (He looked at the star.)
* "E hele ana ʻoe i ka hoku." (You are going north.)
* "ʻO ka hoku ka mea e alakaʻi ai ia mākou." (The star is what guides us.)
It's important to consider the context to understand the specific meaning of "hoku" in a sentence.