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How you figgah he did dat?

Meaning: how is that possible

Pronunciation: how-you-FIG-gah
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how is that possible

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What does "How you figgah he did dat?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"How you figgah he did dat?" means "how is that possible" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "How you figgah he did dat?"?

"How you figgah he did dat?" is pronounced "how-you-FIG-gah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "How you figgah he did dat?"?

"How you figgah he did dat?" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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