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He one sukebe

Meaning: dirty old man

Pronunciation: soo-KEH-beh
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Meaning

dirty old man

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What does "He one sukebe" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"He one sukebe" means "dirty old man" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "He one sukebe"?

"He one sukebe" is pronounced "soo-KEH-beh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "He one sukebe"?

"He one sukebe" is a people expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"The word 'buggah' can refer to a person, a thing, or an animal depending on the context."

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"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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