Hawaiian Word of the Day: December 29th

By Leilani Poliʻahu

Published December 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM HST

Akahele means “slow or moderate, cautious, prudent.” So when someone tells you “e akahele ‘oe” it means “be careful.” Be careful when you are driving this holiday.

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