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tough local guy
What does "He one moke" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"He one moke" means "tough local guy" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "He one moke"?
"He one moke" is pronounced "MOHK". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "He one moke"?
"He one moke" is a people expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
"Talk story is a local Hawaiian expression for a casual conversation or sharing experiences."
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