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Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture

Meaning: third gender

Pronunciation: MAH-hoo
people intermediate
people hawaiian cultural

Meaning

third gender

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What does "Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture" means "third gender" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture"?

"Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture" is pronounced "MAH-hoo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture"?

"Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture" is a people expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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