Look over da pali

Meaning: cliff or precipice

Pronunciation: PAH-lee

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Meaning

• cliff or precipice

"Look over da pali" means "cliff or precipice" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

"Look over da pali" is pronounced "PAH-lee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

"Look over da pali" is a nature expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."

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