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Aloha: meaning, definitions and examples

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aloha

 

[ ษ™หˆloสŠ.hษ‘ห ]

Interjection / Noun
Context #1 | Interjection

greeting, farewell

Aloha is a Hawaiian word used as a greeting or farewell. It conveys a sense of love and affection, often used to express warm feelings and goodwill.

Synonyms

goodbye, hello, welcome

Examples of usage

  • Aloha! How are you?
  • They waved goodbye with a cheerful 'Aloha'.
  • When visiting Hawaii, locals often greet you with a friendly 'Aloha'.
Context #2 | Noun

culture, spirit

Aloha also refers to the spirit of harmony and affection in Hawaiian culture. It embodies love, compassion, and mutual respect among people.

Synonyms

compassion, hospitality, love

Examples of usage

  • Living with Aloha is vital to the Hawaiian way of life.
  • The Aloha spirit encourages us to treat others with kindness.
  • Aloha is not just a greeting; itโ€™s a way of life.

Translations

Translations of the word "aloha" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น olรก

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฎเคธเฅเคคเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช hallo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ halo

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะธะฒั–ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ czeล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ“ใ‚“ใซใกใฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท salut

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hola

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท merhaba

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•ˆ๋…•ํ•˜์„ธ์š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฑุญุจุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ahoj

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ahoj

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฝ ๅฅฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพivjo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hallรณ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ะปะตะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒฏแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ salam

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hola

Etymology

The term 'Aloha' has its origins in the Hawaiian language, where it is derived from the Proto-Polynesian word '*alo,' meaning 'to face' or 'to share,' and '*ha,' which refers to 'the breath of life.' Used in Hawaiian culture, it serves both as a greeting and farewell, symbolizing love and respect between individuals. The use of 'Aloha' goes beyond mere etiquette; it signifies a deep cultural connection, expressing the spirit of welcome and togetherness found in Hawai'i. Aloha has become synonymous with Hawaiian identity and is celebrated worldwide as an emblem of warmth and hospitality. The term encapsulates not only greetings but also an ethos of peace, compassion, and mutual understanding that is a hallmark of Hawaiian values.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,342, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.