mālama da ʻāina
Meaning: take care of the land
Usage: This phrase emphasizes the responsibility to care for and protect the natural environment. It's a core value in Hawaiian culture, encompassing practices like conservation, sustainable living, and respect for the land and its resources.
"Always mālama da ʻāina when you hike."
"We gotta mālama da ʻāina, no mo' trash on da beach, yeah?"
"She always mālama da ʻāina, plantin' trees an' stuff."
Origin: The concept of 'mālama' (to care for) the 'āina' (land) is deeply rooted in the traditional Hawaiian worldview, where the land is seen as a source of life and a sacred entity.
What does "mālama da ʻāina" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"mālama da ʻāina" means "take care of the land" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase emphasizes the responsibility to care for and protect the natural environment. It's a core value in Hawaiian culture, encompassing practices like conservation, sustainable living, and respect for the land and its resources..
How do you pronounce "mālama da ʻāina"?
"mālama da ʻāina" is pronounced "mah-LAH-mah dah EYE-nah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "mālama da ʻāina" in a sentence?
Example: "Always mālama da ʻāina when you hike."
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