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lice
What does "Da kid get ukus" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Da kid get ukus" means "lice" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Da kid get ukus"?
"Da kid get ukus" is pronounced "OO-koo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Da kid get ukus"?
"Da kid get ukus" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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