Meaning
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money
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "kala stay money" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"kala stay money" means "money" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "kala stay money"?
"kala stay money" is pronounced "KAH-lah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "kala stay money"?
"kala stay money" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."
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