Hana okolele if you late
Meaning: you're in trouble
Pronunciation: HAH-nah-oh-koh-LEH-leh
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you're in trouble
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Hana okolele if you late" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Hana okolele if you late" means "you're in trouble" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Hana okolele if you late"?
"Hana okolele if you late" is pronounced "HAH-nah-oh-koh-LEH-leh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Hana okolele if you late"?
"Hana okolele if you late" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."
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"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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