Give 'um da shaka!
Meaning: hang loose hand gesture
Pronunciation: SHAH-kah
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hang loose hand gesture
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Give 'um da shaka!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Give 'um da shaka!" means "hang loose hand gesture" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Give 'um da shaka!"?
"Give 'um da shaka!" is pronounced "SHAH-kah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Give 'um da shaka!"?
"Give 'um da shaka!" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."
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"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."
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