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How to Say "Nice to see you" in Hawaiian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Oluolu i ka ʻike iā ʻoe
"Nice to see you" in Hawaiian · say it like oh-loo-oh-loo ee kah ee-keh ee-yah oy

The most natural way to say "Nice to see you" in Hawaiian is Oluolu i ka ʻike iā ʻoe. 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

Aloha mai
Used as a friendly greeting
Oluolu e ʻike
More casual and friendly

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone you know. It expresses warmth and friendliness. It can be used in both casual and formal settings.

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Examples in Hawaiian

HawaiianEnglish
Oluolu i ka ʻike iā ʻoe i kēia lā.Nice to see you today.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'Aloha', which is more general and can mean hello or goodbye.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Oluolu i ka ʻike iā ʻoe, 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

Is there a more formal way to say this?

You can use 'Aloha mai' in more formal situations.

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