Hawaiian time

Leisurely tropical schedule

Hawaiian time refers to a relaxed attitude toward punctuality, associated with the slower pace of Hawaiian culture.

Similar to "island time," it suggests arriving late or starting when convenient rather than strictly adhering to scheduled times: Don't worry about being exactly on time—we're on Hawaiian time.

The phrase can describe genuine cultural practice or serve as a lighthearted excuse for tardiness.

Related

mindfulness · spontaneity · island culture · tranquility · lateness · present moment · leisure · serenity · surf culture · beach life · hang loose · chronos · carefree · no rush · slow down · take it easy · go with the flow · let it go

Opposites
punctuality and time urgency

Hawaiian timepunctuality

Being on time

on the dot · military time · punctual · clockwork precision · sharp

pace of life

Hawaiian timeNew York minute

Slang for an instant

rat race · hustle culture · fast-paced · high-strung · time is money

Family

Hawaii, Hawaiian, Hawaiians, time, times, timed, timing, timer, timers

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Mostly American · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G