5 Slang Phrases That Perfectly Sum Up Why Hawaii Is So Damn Happy
There's more to it than just the beaches and aloha.
Carla Herreria by Associate Editor, HuffPost Hawaii
Hawaii is often defined by its awe-inspiring beauty, but for those lucky enough to live there, the Aloha State is much more than an idyllic paradise.
It consistently ranks as one of the happiest states in the country, and its unique mixture of cultures, spirit of aloha, and carpe diem lifestyle can all be summed up in the words -- or rather, the slang -- of the islands' kama'aina, the people who call Hawaii home.
Below, five phrases and words unique to Hawaii that can teach all of us to live happier, more fulfilling lives.
1. Chance 'em:
1. "Take a chance," 2. "Go
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