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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!

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

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"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."

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"The concept of 'Ohana' means family, but can also include close friends and the broader community."

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