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aloha 'oe

Meaning: farewell to you

Pronunciation: ah-LOH-hah OH-eh

Meaning

• farewell to you

Usage: This phrase means 'farewell to you' and is the title of a famous Hawaiian song. It is used as a formal goodbye.

Examples

"Aloha 'oe my friend"

"We sang 'Aloha 'Oe' at da end of da party."

"Aloha 'Oe', until we meet again."

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: This phrase is from the Hawaiian language and is the title of a song written by Queen Lili'uokalani.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "aloha 'oe" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"aloha 'oe" means "farewell to you" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase means 'farewell to you' and is the title of a famous Hawaiian song. It is used as a formal goodbye..

How do you pronounce "aloha 'oe"?

"aloha 'oe" is pronounced "ah-LOH-hah OH-eh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "aloha 'oe" in a sentence?

Example: "Aloha 'oe my friend"

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