Brush teeth, kim chee breath!
Meaning: bad breath
Pronunciation: kim-CHEE-breath
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bad breath
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What does "Brush teeth, kim chee breath!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Brush teeth, kim chee breath!" means "bad breath" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Brush teeth, kim chee breath!"?
"Brush teeth, kim chee breath!" is pronounced "kim-CHEE-breath". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Brush teeth, kim chee breath!"?
"Brush teeth, kim chee breath!" is a descriptions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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