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Chee hoo, da waves stay pumping!

Meaning: expression of joy

Pronunciation: CHEE-hoo
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Meaning

expression of joy

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What does "Chee hoo, da waves stay pumping!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Chee hoo, da waves stay pumping!" means "expression of joy" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Chee hoo, da waves stay pumping!"?

"Chee hoo, da waves stay pumping!" is pronounced "CHEE-hoo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Chee hoo, da waves stay pumping!"?

"Chee hoo, da waves stay pumping!" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."

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"The 'Aloha Spirit' is actually part of Hawaii state law (HRS [ยง 5-7.5])."

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