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Auē, what now?

Meaning: oh dear

Pronunciation: ah-WEH
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Meaning

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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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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