![]() (Adjective): The state of being pregnant.Example: “He hapa – Hawaiian and English.”.(Noun): This word literally means half but is usually used to refer to people who are part Hawaiian.Example: “Look at that haole over there.”.This can also be used in an insulting way if said person is being disrespectful. Example: “After that job interview, I’m happy to say…hanapa’a!”.(Expression): This is similar to saying, “I’ve got it!” It literally translates to tying something down or stabilizing it, though.Example: “Ew! Don’t eat that hanabata!”.Because picking your nose is generally seen as a childish act, hanabata days essentially means “nose-picking days,” or your childhood. Example: “I’ve known my wife since my hanabata days.”.(Noun): Your childhood when you were a kid.(Expression): A phrase that essentially means “encore,” or to encourage someone to repeat something.(Verb): When something is disorganized and messy.Example: “I’m gonna stay hale tonight.”.Example: “Halala, I’m in huge trouble.”.(Expression): A Filipino phrase that’s the equivalent of saying “uh-oh.” You say this when someone else has or you have an issue.Example: “My favorite snack is candied ginger crack seed.”.It’s made from preserved fruits that are split open with the seed still inside. ![]()
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