Your Learning Path Continues
The path into ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi stretches far beyond any single guide. Whether you're planning a visit to our islands or discovering Hawaiian culture from afar, these resources will support your journey.
Remember: Every correctly pronounced word, every properly used diacritic, every moment spent understanding the history behind the phrases—these are acts of aloha. They honor the kūpuna who preserved our language through the dark years and support the keiki who will carry it into the future.
Learning Options for Every Style
Collection of Hawaiian language learning materials: books, apps, websites, and traditional texts
🎓 University Programs
UH Mānoa
Research hub with degrees from BA to PhD
UH Hilo
Home to the world's first Hawaiian language college
Community Colleges
Accessible classes statewide
💻 Online Communities
ʻŌlelo Online
Live Zoom classes with Kumu Kaliko Beamer-Trapp
Kulāiwi
Free archived video lessons with ʻEkela Crozier
Ka Alala
Family-run courses welcoming all learners
📱 Mobile Apps
Duolingo
Great starting point for basic vocabulary
Kīpaepae
More advanced app from ʻAha Pūnana Leo
Drops
Vocabulary building through games
🚀 Quick Start
Duolingo or Drops for basics
Hawaiian-led organization
Hawaiian Dictionary essential
📚 Essential Books
- Hawaiian Dictionary Pukui and Elbert
- Hawaiian Grammar Elbert and Pukui
- Nā Kai ʻEwalu William Wilson
🌐 Online Dictionaries
📚 Study Guide
Media Immersion and Social Learning
📺 Media Immersion
ʻŌiwi TV
Premium content in Hawaiian language
Social Media Educators
Follow @ehoopilimai and @TheHawaiiversePodcast
The Digital Future
Exciting developments are bringing our language into the digital age. The Lauleo project is training AI to transcribe Hawaiian audio, working toward community-owned tools like Hawaiian Siri and predictive text. This ensures our language will thrive in whatever technological future awaits.
Technology with Cultural Values
These digital developments prioritize community ownership and cultural protocols. Hawaiian speakers control how their language is represented in technology, ensuring that innovation serves revitalization rather than commodification.
Conclusion: Continue Forward
Papa's stories under that coconut palm taught me that language is living culture. Every word carries history, every phrase reflects values, every conversation builds community.
The 13 Letters
Hold the keys to understanding not just how to speak Hawaiian, but how to think Hawaiian.
The Grammar
That puts action before actor reflects a worldview focused on relationships and harmony.
The Revival Story
Shows what's possible when a community refuses to let its voice be silenced.
Your Kuleana
Whether you're visiting Puʻuloa to honor those who died in 1941, ziplining through the restored crater at Coral Crater, or simply learning a few phrases to show respect for our culture, remember that language learning is relationship building.
Your First Steps
Start with Pronunciation
Master the five vowel sounds and practice with diacritical marks
Learn Basic Phrases
Focus on greetings, thank you, and common cultural expressions
Find Your Community
Join a Hawaiian-led class or online community for proper guidance
Practice Daily
Use apps, listen to Hawaiian music, and practice with respect
Give Back
Support Hawaiian language education and advocate for proper usage
E hoʻomau — Continue Forward
Your journey into the heart of Hawaiian culture starts with the first word you speak with understanding and respect.
Aloha kākou. We're all in this together.