Type Hawaiian with kahakō and the okina
This online Hawaiian keyboard helps you type Hawaiian (ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi) using the correct marks. It includes the ʻokina (ʻ) and the kahakō (macron) vowels like ā, ē, ī, ō, and ū.
How to type Hawaiian on this page
- Click inside the text box.
- Type with your keyboard or click the on-screen keys.
- Use Shift for uppercase macron vowels (Ā, Ē, Ī, Ō, Ū).
- Use the toolbar to undo, redo, copy, clear, or download your text.
Features included
- Macron vowels ā ē ī ō ū on dedicated keys
- ʻOkina (ʻ) on the quote key
- Undo, redo, copy, clear, and download tools
Using the on-screen keys for kahakō and ʻokina
The top row contains the macron vowels, so you can insert them quickly. Use the ʻokina key when you need it in words like Hawaiʻi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the ʻokina?
It is on the quote key and is shown as ʻ.
How do I type ā, ē, ī, ō, and ū?
They are on the number row. Use Shift for uppercase Ā, Ē, Ī, Ō, Ū.
Is the okina the same as an apostrophe?
No. It looks similar, but ʻ is a different character and is used in Hawaiian spelling.
How do I copy what I typed?
Click Copy in the toolbar, then paste it anywhere.
Can I download the text?
Yes. Click Download to save a text file.
Does this work on mobile?
Yes. Tap the on-screen keys on your phone or tablet.