ʻIʻini
—Desire, affirmations, to wish for.
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“I selected this word because I believe ʻiʻini is very powerful. It sets up motivation, shapes decisions, and drives action. It pushes us to pursue goals, overcome obstacles, and seek fulfillment, often influencing behavior and emotions in profound ways. “He ʻiʻini kaʻu no ka liloʻana i kanaka kinai ahi. (I have the desire to become a firefighter).”
—Ezekiel Kaʻiokilaonālani Kahue-Antone, Fire and Environmental Emergency Response student, Honolulu Community College
For more information on other elements of the definition and usage, go to the UH Hilo Wehewehe Wikiwiki.
This week’s ʻōlelo was recorded with the assistance of the Music & Entertainment Learning Experience (MELE) program.
