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Meaning: sleepy dust

Pronunciation: MAKA PIAPIA
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Meaning

sleepy dust

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What does "maka piapia stay sleepy dust" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"maka piapia stay sleepy dust" means "sleepy dust" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

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"maka piapia stay sleepy dust" is pronounced "MAKA PIAPIA". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

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"maka piapia stay sleepy dust" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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