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luna stay the boss, foreman

Meaning: the boss, foreman

Pronunciation: LOO-nah
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Meaning

the boss, foreman

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What does "luna stay the boss, foreman" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"luna stay the boss, foreman" means "the boss, foreman" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "luna stay the boss, foreman"?

"luna stay the boss, foreman" is pronounced "LOO-nah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "luna stay the boss, foreman"?

"luna stay the boss, foreman" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."

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"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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