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Meaning: to bother
Pronunciation: BAH-dah
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What does "Boddah you?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Boddah you?" means "to bother" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Boddah you?"?
"Boddah you?" is pronounced "BAH-dah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Boddah you?"?
"Boddah you?" is a actions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"The shaka sign (🤙) is a common gesture in Hawaii expressing the 'Aloha Spirit'."
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