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He one F.B.I.

Meaning: from Big Island

Pronunciation: ef-bee-EYE
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from Big Island

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What does "He one F.B.I." mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"He one F.B.I." means "from Big Island" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "He one F.B.I."?

"He one F.B.I." is pronounced "ef-bee-EYE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "He one F.B.I."?

"He one F.B.I." is a slang 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 kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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