Eh, how you stay?
Meaning: how are you?
Pronunciation: how-you-STAY
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What does "Eh, how you stay?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Eh, how you stay?" means "how are you?" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Eh, how you stay?"?
"Eh, how you stay?" is pronounced "how-you-STAY". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Eh, how you stay?"?
"Eh, how you stay?" is a greetings expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
Local Culture Fact
"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."
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