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What does "Dat kid stay akamai" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Dat kid stay akamai" means "smart" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Dat kid stay akamai"?
"Dat kid stay akamai" is pronounced "ah-kah-MY". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Dat kid stay akamai"?
"Dat kid stay akamai" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."
"A 'Hui' is a club, association, or group of people working toward a common goal."
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