Malihini Monthly

A sarcastic monthly for the recently arrived.

Thursday, March 19, 2026 · Tip No. 354

The Chin Raise

Locals greet each other by raising the chin, not nodding down. The chin-up means I see you. The chin-down means you are from Connecticut. Pair it with a shaka and you have said hello, goodbye, thank you, and everything in between without opening your mouth.

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