Pronunciation: /mɑˈhɑlo/
noun a Hawaiian word meaning thanks or gratitude
A1 Mahalo means thank you in Hawaiian.
A2 When visiting Hawaii, it is important to say mahalo to show gratitude.
B1 The locals in Hawaii appreciate it when tourists say mahalo for their hospitality.
B2 After receiving a lei from a Hawaiian friend, I expressed my mahalo for the thoughtful gift.
C1 The culture of saying mahalo in Hawaii is deeply rooted in the spirit of aloha.
C2 As a gesture of mahalo, I brought a small gift to thank my hosts for their generosity during my stay in Hawaii.
formal I would like to extend my sincere mahalo for your generous donation to our cause.
informal Hey, mahalo for helping me out with my homework last night!
slang Mahalo dude, that was so rad of you to hook me up with those concert tickets!
figurative The warm sunshine and gentle breeze whispered mahalo to the swaying palm trees.
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