off-shore (off-SHORE)
sometimes: offshore
Noun Wind blowing from the land toward the ocean, creating ideal, clean conditions for surfing.
"Off-shore winds stay perfect for barrels"
hau (HOW)
sometimes: hau bush, hau tree
Noun A sprawling coastal tree or bush in the hibiscus family known for its dense, tangled branches. Historically used by Hawaiians to make cordage, outrigger canoe floats, and medicine.
"We wen use hau fo tie down da canoe."
deep kimchi (DEEP-KIM-chee)
sometimes: in deep kimchi
Idiom In serious trouble; facing severe consequences or a difficult situation.
"If you no stay pau wit homework, you stay deep kimchi"
tako (TAH-koh)
Noun Octopus, specifically when prepared or caught for food.
"Unko catch plenny tako for poke"
puka pants (POO-kah pants)
sometimes: puka shorts
Slang Having a hole or tear in one's shorts or pants, often exposing underwear or skin.
"Eh, you get puka pants! Go change, brah!"
mainland (MAIN-land)
sometimes: the mainland
Noun The continental United States.
"My cousin went move mainland for college, but he stay missing the food already."