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Kepani stay of Japanese descent

Meaning: of Japanese descent

Pronunciation: keh-PAH-nee
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of Japanese descent

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What does "Kepani stay of Japanese descent" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Kepani stay of Japanese descent" means "of Japanese descent" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

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"Kepani stay of Japanese descent" is pronounced "keh-PAH-nee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

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"Kepani stay of Japanese descent" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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