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No boddah me!

Meaning: to bother

Pronunciation: BAH-dah
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Meaning

to bother

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What does "No boddah me!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"No boddah me!" means "to bother" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "No boddah me!"?

"No boddah me!" is pronounced "BAH-dah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "No boddah me!"?

"No boddah me!" is a actions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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