Kanaka

Kanaka is a term used by the Kopa Loei, Menehune, and other Hawaiian natives.

Overview

Kopa Loei

Among the Kopa Loei, a kanaka is a native Polynesian. Formally, kanaka maoli. Used by natives as a term of identification. Should not be used by nonnatives, as it is assumed to be derogatory coming from ha'oles. Also moke.

Menehune

Among the menehune, Kanaka is used to refer to the Seeming analogous to Brave among the nunnehi and Wilder among the Kithain.

References

  1. MTAs. Book of Crafts, p. 64.
  2. CTD. Immortal Eyes: Shadows on the Hill, p. 129.
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