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How do you say simple in Hawaiian?

There isn't one single word in Hawaiian that perfectly translates to "simple" in English. However, depending on the context, you can use different words to convey a similar meaning:

For simplicity as in ease:

* Maʻalahi (pronounced mah-ah-lah-hee): This word means "easy" or "smooth," and can be used to describe something that is simple to understand or do.

* Māmā (pronounced mah-mah): This word means "easy" or "light" and can also be used to describe something straightforward.

For simplicity as in basic:

* Kumu (pronounced koo-moo): This word means "foundation" or "base," and can be used to describe something simple and fundamental.

* ʻOnoʻono (pronounced oh-no-oh-no): This word means "plain" or "unadorned," and can be used to describe something that is simple and without frills.

For simplicity as in uncomplicated:

* ʻAʻole paʻakikī (pronounced ah-oh-leh pah-ah-kee-kee): This phrase literally means "not difficult," and can be used to describe something that is simple and uncomplicated.

The best way to choose the right Hawaiian word is to consider the specific context in which you want to use it.

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