Auē, what now?
Meaning: oh dear
Pronunciation: ah-WEH
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oh dear
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What does "Auē, what now?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Auē, what now?" means "oh dear" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Auē, what now?"?
"Auē, what now?" is pronounced "ah-WEH". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Auē, what now?"?
"Auē, what now?" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."
Local Culture Fact
"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."
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