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How do you say great in hawaiian?

There isn't a single perfect translation for "great" in Hawaiian. It depends on the context and the nuance you want to convey. Here are a few options:

For general "great":

* Maikaʻi (my-KAH-ee): This is the most common word for "good," but it can also be used for "great" in some contexts.

* Nani (NAH-nee): This means "beautiful" and can be used to describe something impressive, like "That's a great view!"

For "very good" or "excellent":

* Maikaʻi loa (my-KAH-ee LOH-ah): This adds the word "loa" (very) to "maikaʻi" to emphasize the greatness.

* Kupono (koo-POH-noh): This means "correct," "proper," or "suitable" and can also be used to describe something excellent.

For "wonderful" or "amazing":

* Kamaʻāina (kah-mah-AH-ee-nah): This is a more informal way to say "great" and can be used to describe something that brings joy or is particularly satisfying.

* Aloha (ah-LOH-hah): While technically meaning "love," "aloha" can also be used as a general expression of appreciation, including for something great.

It's best to choose the word that best fits the specific context and your desired meaning.

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