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I stay turtles years old

Meaning: thirty

Pronunciation: TUR-tuls
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Meaning

thirty

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What does "I stay turtles years old" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"I stay turtles years old" means "thirty" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "I stay turtles years old"?

"I stay turtles years old" is pronounced "TUR-tuls". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "I stay turtles years old"?

"I stay turtles years old" is a numbers expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."

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