#family
Found 32 words matching this tag.
ʻaumakua
(ow-mah-KOO-ah)
An ancestral family god, spirit, or protector in Hawaiian culture, often manifesting as an animal such as a shark, owl, or sea turtle.
ʻOhana
(oh-HAH-nah)
Family, relative, or kin group, including blood relatives, adoptive members, and close friends; (Noun) In real estate, a permitted second dwelling unit built on a single property.
unko
(UHN-koh)
An older man; a term of respect used for any male elder, regardless of blood relation.
tūtū
(TOO-too)
A grandmother or elderly woman; an affectionate and respectful term for a female elder.
piko
(PEE-koh)
Belly button, navel, or umbilical cord; culturally, the center or connection point.
lickens
(LICK-inz)
Corporal punishment, a spanking, or a physical beating, usually given to children for misbehaving.
lai see
(LIE-SEE)
A red envelope containing money, traditionally given during Chinese New Year or special occasions for good luck.
kupuna
(koo-POO-nah)
A grandparent, elder, or ancestor; a respected older person who carries traditional knowledge and authority.
kaka
(KAH-kah)
Poop, feces, or crap; a mild term often used with children to describe a bowel movement or something dirty.
junior boy
(JOON-yah-boy)
A family's younger son, often used as an affectionate or distinguishing nickname when the father or an older brother shares a similar name.
hānai
(HAH-nigh)
To adopt or foster a child, often informally within extended family or close friends.
hoʻoponopono
(hoh-oh-poh-no-POH-no)
The traditional Hawaiian practice of reconciliation, forgiveness, and making things right within a family.
honey girl
(HUN-nee-gurl)
A term of endearment for a young daughter, granddaughter, or sweet young girl.
hohono
(ho-HO-no)
Smelling bad, specifically the acrid stench of stale sweat or body odor.
hiapo
(hee-AH-poh)
The first-born child in a family, traditionally holding special responsibilities and respect.
aunty
(AHN-tee)
A term of respect and affection for an older woman, whether she is a blood relative or not.
'ohana nui
(oh-HAH-nah NOO-ee)
Extended family; the broader network of relatives including aunts, uncles, cousins, and sometimes close family friends.