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No ack dumb!

Meaning: don't act

Pronunciation: no-AK
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Meaning

• don't act

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What does "No ack dumb!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"No ack dumb!" means "don't act" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "No ack dumb!"?

"No ack dumb!" is pronounced "no-AK". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "No ack dumb!"?

"No ack dumb!" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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