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Mele Kalikimaka to you and your ohana!

Meaning: Merry Christmas

Pronunciation: MEH-leh kah-lee-kee-MAH-kah
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Meaning

Merry Christmas

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What does "Mele Kalikimaka to you and your ohana!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Mele Kalikimaka to you and your ohana!" means "Merry Christmas" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Mele Kalikimaka to you and your ohana!"?

"Mele Kalikimaka to you and your ohana!" is pronounced "MEH-leh kah-lee-kee-MAH-kah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Mele Kalikimaka to you and your ohana!"?

"Mele Kalikimaka to you and your ohana!" is a greetings expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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