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Dat joke was classic!

Meaning: hilarious

Pronunciation: KLAS-sik
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Meaning

hilarious

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What does "Dat joke was classic!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Dat joke was classic!" means "hilarious" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Dat joke was classic!"?

"Dat joke was classic!" is pronounced "KLAS-sik". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Dat joke was classic!"?

"Dat joke was classic!" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."

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"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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