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No be tantaran

Meaning: show-off

Pronunciation: tan-tah-RAHN
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Meaning

show-off

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What does "No be tantaran" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"No be tantaran" means "show-off" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "No be tantaran"?

"No be tantaran" is pronounced "tan-tah-RAHN". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

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"No be tantaran" is a people expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Using 'mo' before an adjective creates a comparative, like 'mo bettah' for 'better'."

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