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Master authentic Hawaiian slang, island expressions, and local Pidgin spoken by real locals
Howzit, brah!
How are you, friend!
A casual greeting used among friends in Hawaii
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Hawaiian Pidgin (often misspelled as "Hawaiian Pigeon") is Hawaii's unique creole language, also known as Hawaiian slang or Hawaii Creole English. It's not about birds - it's the vibrant local language spoken by over 600,000 people in Hawaii!
Born on sugar plantations in the 1800s, Hawaiian Pidgin blends English with Hawaiian, Portuguese, Japanese, Filipino, Chinese, and Korean influences. Today, it's the heart of local culture - from casual "talk story" sessions to local music and comedy.
Discover the most common Hawaiian slang used by locals every day. From "brah" to "da kine," learn authentic island expressions with real pronunciations.
HOW-zit
Hawaiian slang greeting meaning "How's it going?" or "What's up?"
Example: "Howzit, brah!"
dah KYNE
Universal Hawaiian slang for "the thing" when you can't remember the word
Example: "Pass me da kine over there"
SHOOTS
Hawaiian slang for "okay," "sounds good," or "let's do it"
Example: "Wanna grab lunch? - Shoots!"
GRINDZ
Local Hawaiian slang for food or a meal
Example: "Where da grindz at?"
POW
Hawaiian slang meaning "finished" or "done"
Example: "You pau with work?"
OH-no
Hawaiian slang for delicious or tasty
Example: "This poke is so ono!"
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Discover the rich history and cultural depth of Hawaiian Pidgin
Hawaiian Pidgin developed in the 19th century on sugar plantations when workers from Hawaii, China, Japan, Philippines, Portugal, and other countries needed to communicate. It evolved from a simple trade language into a rich creole.
Key influences: Hawaiian, English, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino languages
Today, Pidgin is spoken by over 600,000 people and is recognized as a legitimate language. It represents the multicultural spirit of Hawaii and is used in literature, music, and everyday conversation.
Status: Official recognition as Hawaiian Creole English (HCE)
"Hawaiian time" reflects the island's relaxed pace, while "talk story" embodies the tradition of community storytelling. "Kanak attack" humorously describes post-meal sleepiness in the warm climate.
Culture: Reflects laid-back island lifestyle and community values
Words like "kapu" (sacred/forbidden) and "aloha" carry deep spiritual meaning in Hawaiian culture. Learning Pidgin means understanding and respecting these cultural roots.
Values: Respect for native Hawaiian language and traditions
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