🌺 Hawaiian phrases

How to Say "Please" in Hawaiian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
E ʻoluʻolu
"Please" in Hawaiian · say it like eh oh-loo-oh-loo

The most natural way to say "Please" in Hawaiian is E ʻoluʻolu. 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

E ʻoluʻolu mai
used when making a request
E ʻoluʻolu e
more casual, often used among friends

When to use it

Use 'E ʻoluʻolu' when you want to be polite or show respect. It can be used in various situations, such as asking for help or making a request. It's a versatile phrase that fits both formal and informal contexts.

Say it out loud, get corrected

Reading it is not the same as saying it. Practice "Please" and thousands more with an AI coach that listens.

Examples in Hawaiian

HawaiianEnglish
E ʻoluʻolu e hāʻawi mai i ka wai.Please give me the water.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use it in polite requests, thinking it's unnecessary.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear E ʻoluʻolu, 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

When should I use 'E ʻoluʻolu'?

Use it whenever you want to be polite, especially when asking for something.

Learn Hawaiian by speaking it

Two free conversations. No card needed.