Meaning
•
wow
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Ho nah!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Ho nah!" means "wow" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Ho nah!"?
"Ho nah!" is pronounced "HOH-nah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Ho nah!"?
"Ho nah!" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."
Local Culture Fact
"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."
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