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'Ano'ai friends

Meaning: greetings

Pronunciation: ah-no-AH-ee
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greetings

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What does "'Ano'ai friends" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"'Ano'ai friends" means "greetings" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "'Ano'ai friends"?

"'Ano'ai friends" is pronounced "ah-no-AH-ee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "'Ano'ai friends"?

"'Ano'ai friends" is a greetings expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."

Local Culture Fact

"The 'Aloha Spirit' is actually part of Hawaii state law (HRS [ยง 5-7.5])."

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