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Get one gecko on da wall, dass good luck

Meaning: small lizard

Pronunciation: GEK-oh
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Meaning

small lizard

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What does "Get one gecko on da wall, dass good luck" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Get one gecko on da wall, dass good luck" means "small lizard" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Get one gecko on da wall, dass good luck"?

"Get one gecko on da wall, dass good luck" is pronounced "GEK-oh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Get one gecko on da wall, dass good luck"?

"Get one gecko on da wall, dass good luck" is a animals expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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