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He stay make funny with his sister

Meaning: to play a joke on someone

Pronunciation: MAKE-FUN-nee
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Meaning

to play a joke on someone

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What does "He stay make funny with his sister" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"He stay make funny with his sister" means "to play a joke on someone" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "He stay make funny with his sister"?

"He stay make funny with his sister" is pronounced "MAKE-FUN-nee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "He stay make funny with his sister"?

"He stay make funny with his sister" is a actions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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