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raw fish salad
What does "Fresh poke!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Fresh poke!" means "raw fish salad" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Fresh poke!"?
"Fresh poke!" is pronounced "POH-keh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Fresh poke!"?
"Fresh poke!" is a food expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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