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Da TV kaput

Meaning: broken

Pronunciation: kah-PUT
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Meaning

• broken

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Da TV kaput" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Da TV kaput" means "broken" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Da TV kaput"?

"Da TV kaput" is pronounced "kah-PUT". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Da TV kaput"?

"Da TV kaput" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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fresh off the boat

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mental

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just off the jet

All hammajang

messed up

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Pidgin Grammar Tip

"The word 'da kine' is a versatile placeholder used when you can't remember a specific word."

Local Culture Fact

"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."

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