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How to Say "Good night" in Hawaiian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Aloha pō
"Good night" in Hawaiian · say it like ah-loh-hah poh

The most natural way to say "Good night" in Hawaiian is Aloha pō. 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

Pōmaikaʻi
Used more formally or poetically
Aloha
Can be used in a casual context, but generally means hello or goodbye

When to use it

You can say 'Aloha pō' when you are parting ways with someone in the evening. It is a warm and friendly way to wish someone a good night. Use it with friends, family, or anyone you want to convey good wishes to at night.

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Examples in Hawaiian

HawaiianEnglish
Aloha pō, e nā hoa.Good night, friends.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'Aloha' with only a greeting and forget it can also mean goodbye.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Aloha pō, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hawaiian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'Aloha' at any time?

Yes, but remember it primarily means hello and goodbye; use 'Aloha pō' specifically for good night.

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