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Dat kid stay akamai

Meaning: smart

Pronunciation: ah-kah-MY
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slang hawaiian

Meaning

smart

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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.

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"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."

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"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."

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