sole

In Hawaiian Pidgin, "sole" is a borrowed term from the Samoan language, where it originally translates to "boy" or "brother" and is used as a casual, affectionate address between males. In Hawaii, the usage broadened, and locals of all backgrounds use it as a noun to refer specifically to a person of Samoan descent, usually a male. It is generally used in a friendly, familiar, or admiring context, often highlighting the stereotypically impressive physical strength, size, or athletic ability of Samoan men. While it is widely accepted as a term of endearment among friends and coworkers, it should be used with respect; using it in a derogatory or overly stereotypical manner can be considered offensive. The word reflects the deep integration of Samoan culture and people into Hawaii's diverse local community.

Dust was kicking up bad at the Kihei job site, but Big Maka didn't even care. The sun was blasting the framing crew, and everybody else was dragging, waiting for the lull. Not Maka. He was busy flexing his calves while strapping on his tool belt, making sure the new guys from Wailuku saw how much weight he was carrying.

The foreman yelled to wait for the Bobcat to move the heavy glulam beams, but Maka just laughed, slapping his massive chest. "What Bobcat? You guys looking at one right here. Watch the sole handle 'um," he yelled out, grinning wide.

He squatted down, grabbed the thickest beam, and hoisted it right onto his shoulder like it was one piece of balsa wood. The veins on his neck looked like garden hoses. He marched it straight across the dirt lot, leaving the rest of the crew just shaking their heads at the crazy genetics.