Hōʻihi
—To treat as sacred; to hallow.
Previous ʻōlelo
Hāmau
Naʻau
Mākaukau
Hoʻomanawanui
Hauʻoli
All ʻŌlelo of the Week
“As a young Kanaka ʻŌiwi (Native Hawaiian), I was raised to understand the importance of the word ‘respect’ as defined by my makuakāne (father) and kūpuna (honored elders). Whether respect is given or received, toward others or my environment, respect can be used as a guiding principle and core value that one endeavors to embody on a daily basis. Holistically, respect is integral when fostering strong relationships with our family, friends, peers, and the majestic world around us.”
—Adam Halemano, Jr., Institutional Assessment Specialist, Leeward Community College
For more information on other elements of the definition and usage, go to the UH Hilo Wehewehe Wikiwiki.
