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Choke shark bait today!

Meaning: tourist

Pronunciation: SHARK-bayt
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tourist

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What does "Choke shark bait today!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Choke shark bait today!" means "tourist" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Choke shark bait today!"?

"Choke shark bait today!" is pronounced "SHARK-bayt". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Choke shark bait today!"?

"Choke shark bait today!" is a people 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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