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Dat fish stay haunas

Meaning: stinky

Pronunciation: HOW-nahs
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Meaning

stinky

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What does "Dat fish stay haunas" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Dat fish stay haunas" means "stinky" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Dat fish stay haunas"?

"Dat fish stay haunas" is pronounced "HOW-nahs". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Dat fish stay haunas"?

"Dat fish stay haunas" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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

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