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Eh, wassamattayou?

Meaning: what's wrong with you

Pronunciation: WAH-sah-MAH-tah-you
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Meaning

what's wrong with you

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What does "Eh, wassamattayou?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Eh, wassamattayou?" means "what's wrong with you" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Eh, wassamattayou?"?

"Eh, wassamattayou?" is pronounced "WAH-sah-MAH-tah-you". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Eh, wassamattayou?"?

"Eh, wassamattayou?" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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