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Meaning: does this bother you

Pronunciation: BOH-dah-you
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does this bother you

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What does "Boddah you if I smoke?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Boddah you if I smoke?" means "does this bother you" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Boddah you if I smoke?"?

"Boddah you if I smoke?" is pronounced "BOH-dah-you". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Boddah you if I smoke?"?

"Boddah you if I smoke?" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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