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aloha

interj.
B1 Intermediate US //əˈɫoʊhɑ// UK //ɐlˈəʊhɐ// alo·ha Archaic

interj. a word from Hawaii used to say both hello and goodbye. It also means love and kindness.

interj. a Hawaiian greeting used to signify both 'hello' and 'goodbye'. It carries a broader cultural meaning of love, peace, and compassion.


SIMPLE

Aloha! It is so nice to see you again.

CONTEXTUAL

As the plane landed in Honolulu, the flight attendant greeted every passenger with a warm aloha.

COMPLEX

The term aloha serves as more than a simple salutation; it represents a philosophy of living in harmony with others and the natural world.

Synonyms
Usage

Used as a standalone greeting or farewell; can also function as a noun referring to the spirit of the islands.

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