Hawaiian Word of the Week: Mākaukau

Mākaukau

—Able, competent, capable, handy, efficient, proficient, versed, adept, skilled, expert, qualified; prepared, ready; competence, proficiency, aptitude, preparation; to know how, to know well.

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“When entering a space of learning, the right mindset is integral to our success. We must be ready to learn, engage with, and apply the lessons that are being presented. The more prepared we are to learn, the more adept, skilled and proficient we become in the practice, knowledge, history, etc.”

—Uʻilani Keliʻikuli, Associate Professor, Hawaiian Studies, Leeward Community College

For more information on other elements of the definition and usage, go to the UH Hilo Wehewehe Wikiwiki.