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Aloha bradda, how you stay?

Meaning: hello

Pronunciation: ah-LOH-hah
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Meaning

hello

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What does "Aloha bradda, how you stay?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Aloha bradda, how you stay?" means "hello" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Aloha bradda, how you stay?"?

"Aloha bradda, how you stay?" is pronounced "ah-LOH-hah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Aloha bradda, how you stay?"?

"Aloha bradda, how you stay?" is a greetings expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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Pidgin Grammar Tip

"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."

Local Culture Fact

"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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