馃尯 Hawaiian phrases

How to Say "Come here" in Hawaiian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
E hele mai
"Come here" in Hawaiian 路 say it like eh heh-leh my

The most natural way to say "Come here" in Hawaiian is E hele mai. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Eia mai
Used in more casual contexts
E komo mai
Can imply an invitation to enter

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want someone to approach you. It is friendly and direct. You can use it in both casual and more formal situations, depending on your tone.

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Examples in Hawaiian

HawaiianEnglish
E hele mai, e n膩 hoa.Come here, friends.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'E hele aku', which means 'go there'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is this phrase polite?

Yes, it is a polite way to ask someone to come closer.

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