pau hana

English

Etymology

From Hawaiian Pidgin English pau hana, from Hawaiian pau hana.

Noun

pau hana

1. The time after work. It is considered a time for relaxation, informal socializing with friends and family, and enjoyment.
   • 2001, Kenneth Smith, chapter 3, in Parables from Paradise:

     With the last passenger off the bus, the driver hoists the sign, "out of service" and it is pau hana.

Hawaiian

Noun

pau hana

1. the time after work (considered a time for relaxation, informal socializing with friends and family, and enjoyment)