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hauna stay smelly

Meaning: smelly

Pronunciation: HAU-nah
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Meaning

smelly

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What does "hauna stay smelly" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"hauna stay smelly" means "smelly" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "hauna stay smelly"?

"hauna stay smelly" is pronounced "HAU-nah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "hauna stay smelly"?

"hauna stay smelly" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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Pidgin Grammar Tip

"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."

Local Culture Fact

"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."

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