He get haole rot from da beach
Meaning: tinea versicolor
Pronunciation: HOW-lee ROT
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tinea versicolor
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What does "He get haole rot from da beach" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"He get haole rot from da beach" means "tinea versicolor" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "He get haole rot from da beach"?
"He get haole rot from da beach" is pronounced "HOW-lee ROT". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "He get haole rot from da beach"?
"He get haole rot from da beach" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."
Local Culture Fact
"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."
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