👂How good are your ears?

Aloha mai e ko’u poe heluhelu i keia makahiki hou,

Can I ask you a personal question…? 

When do you make time to listen to Native speakers? 

Okay, maybe that wasn’t too personal… but, for real… I want to know when is the most popular time, so real quick, reply to this email and let me know A, B, C or D. 

I listen to Native speakers…?

A) First thing in the morning.

B) On my commute or work break

C) I don’t. (It’s okay, be honest.)

D) In the evening/before I go to sleep.

Mahalo!

How did you do picking out words you know (and don’t know), last week?

This week, I want you to LISTEN again for a short period of time, and pick out EXPRESSIONS and SENTENCE STRUCTURES that you can identify. 

(I find it can be easier to hear the expressions that I have seen written out.)

Can you hear any expressions that you don’t know the meaning of? (Write them down!)

Just as you are building your vocabulary by picking out words, listening for structures will improve your ability to express yourself. 

If you want something to listen to, here is David Kulepe from Maui. He talks about mai lepela (Leprosy) in Kalaupapa.

Sounds easy (and it is), but don’t be fooled, this simple practice can make a big difference in your Hawaiian language skills. So make time for it!

Owau iho no,

Malu

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