#Noun
Found 9 words matching this tag.
paniolo pipi
(pah-nee-OH-loh PEE-pee)
A traditional Hawaiian cowboy; specifically a cattle rancher or someone who works directly with cattle.
manapua
(mah-nah-POO-ah)
A steamed or baked bun filled with sweet roast pork (char siu) or other fillings; Hawaii's version of the Chinese bao.
keitora
(kay-TOH-rah)
A Japanese mini truck (Kei truck), highly popular in Hawaii for farming, landscaping, and local transportation due to its small size, utility, and efficiency.
hanabada
(hah-nah-BAH-dah)
Mucus, snot, or boogers. A portmanteau of the Japanese word 'hana' (nose) and the English/Pidgin word 'bata' (butter).
bento
(BEN-toh)
A single-portion takeout or home-packed meal, typically consisting of rice, a main protein, and side dishes packed in a box.