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Hawaiian Hula Dance Vocabulary

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Ie’ie

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A twisting motion of the wrist, with fingers shaped to mimic the ie'ie vine.

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Kapuwa’u

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A movement where the heels lift and lower in a rhythmic pattern.

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Aloha

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A Hawaiian term expressing love, hello, or goodbye, and embodies a deep sense of hospitality and caring.

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Hela

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A foot-pointing movement, extending one leg forward while the toe points down.

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Lele

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This refers to the action of stepping forward or backward, transitioning between positions.

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Kuhi

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A directional pointing with the hands, often indicating locations or important aspects in a story or chant.

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Halau

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This term refers to a Hula school or group, where dancers learn and practice under the guidance of a Kumu Hula.

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Kane

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In Hula, this term is used to describe a male dancer.

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Ka'o

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Similar to the Ami but with a gentler, less pronounced hip movement.

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Imua

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To move forward, a directional command used within hula to indicate moving toward the audience.

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Ami

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A hip rotation movement that involves circling the hips while keeping the shoulders still.

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Oniu

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A circular movement, named after the rolling motion of coconut leaves in the wind.

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Ku’i

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A percussive foot movement, striking the ground rhythmically as part of a dance.

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Pua

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A flower motion with the hands, often used to depict blooming or the beauty of nature.

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Ohana

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This Hawaiian term stands for family, and is a concept celebrated within Hula traditions.

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Kumu Hula

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The Hawaiian term for a Hula teacher, one who has extensive knowledge of the dance and its traditions.

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Kokua

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A Hawaiian term meaning help or assistance, often conveyed through dance gestures.

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Uwala’i

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A side-to-side swaying movement that is smooth and flowing.

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Ai Ha’a

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A type of hula step where the dancer makes a full turn with a series of steps, often maintaining a low stance.

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Kaholo

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A basic Hula step that involves a four-count side to side movement.

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Niu

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Hip motions that mimic the swaying of coconut palms in the wind.

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Uwehe

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A movement where the dancer steps to the side and lifts the opposite knee, then steps back and does a little hop.

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Kawelu

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A movement that involves a delicate, skipping step, imitating the flitting of a moth.

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Huli

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A turn or a pivot, where the dancer rotates in place.

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Ha’a

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A type of dance that involves a lower, bent knee stance, similar to the movements of ancient Hawaiian dance.

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Imua 'Iloko

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To turn inward into a new facing direction while performing.

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Koulima

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A hand movement that mimics the motion of rolling waves, specifically with the palms facing down.

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Momi

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The hand gesture that represents holding something small and precious, like a pearl.

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Makalena

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A graceful and stylish movement that combines a half turn with a pointed toe.

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Wahine

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This term is used to refer to a female dancer within the context of Hula.

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