f you're traveling to Hawaii and the only Hawaiian word you know is Aloha, this is the book for you! Hawaiians are enormously proud of their heritage, and Hawaiian shares official-language status with English. This book provides all the language you need to get by in Hawaiian, and is the ideal companion for vacationers and others interested in traditional Hawaiian culture. Divided into three parts, this book includes: -An easy guide to Hawaiian pronunciation and grammar -A two-way dictionary of essential words -A phrasebook covering useful topics such as greetings, food & drink, cultural activities, and more.