Get pilikia
Meaning: trouble
Pronunciation: pee-lee-KEE-ah
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What does "Get pilikia" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Get pilikia" means "trouble" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Get pilikia"?
"Get pilikia" is pronounced "pee-lee-KEE-ah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Get pilikia"?
"Get pilikia" is a expressions 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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