mahina
Meaning: the moon
Usage: Mahina means 'the moon' or 'month'. It's used to refer to the celestial body and also to the measurement of time.
"Da mahina stay full tonight"
"Da mahina so bright tonight."
"We go fish when da mahina full."
Origin: This word is from the Hawaiian language, reflecting the significance of the moon in Hawaiian traditions, including fishing and agriculture.
What does "mahina" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"mahina" means "the moon" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Mahina means 'the moon' or 'month'. It's used to refer to the celestial body and also to the measurement of time..
How do you pronounce "mahina"?
"mahina" is pronounced "mah-HEE-nah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "mahina" in a sentence?
Example: "Da mahina stay full tonight"
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