Going get dirty lickens
Meaning: severe beating
Pronunciation: DUR-tee LIK-enz
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intermediate
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Meaning
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severe beating
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What does "Going get dirty lickens" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Going get dirty lickens" means "severe beating" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Going get dirty lickens"?
"Going get dirty lickens" is pronounced "DUR-tee LIK-enz". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Going get dirty lickens"?
"Going get dirty lickens" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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