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Hawaiian Word of The Day
Hawaiian Word of the Day

July 14th: Molokaʻi

By Leilani Poliʻahu
Published July 14, 2026 at 12:00 AM HST
Molokaʻi is often called the “friendly island.” And although it's well known in song and chant, it is not known for sure what the name means.

Molokaʻi is often called the “friendly island.” And although it's well known in song and chant, it is not known for sure what the name means.

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