Fo real kine, I no joke!
Meaning: for real
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What does "Fo real kine, I no joke!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Fo real kine, I no joke!" means "for real" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Fo real kine, I no joke!"?
"Fo real kine, I no joke!" is pronounced "foh-REEL". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Fo real kine, I no joke!"?
"Fo real kine, I no joke!" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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