Catch 'ama'ama
Meaning: mullet fish
Pronunciation: ah-mah-AH-mah
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Meaning
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mullet fish
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Catch 'ama'ama" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Catch 'ama'ama" means "mullet fish" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Catch 'ama'ama"?
"Catch 'ama'ama" is pronounced "ah-mah-AH-mah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Catch 'ama'ama"?
"Catch 'ama'ama" is a food expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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"Plurals in Pidgin are often formed by adding 'them' or 'dem' after the noun (e.g., 'The boy dem')."
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"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."
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