No call him katonk
Meaning: Asian American (derogatory)
Pronunciation: kah-TONK
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Asian American (derogatory)
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What does "No call him katonk" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"No call him katonk" means "Asian American (derogatory)" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "No call him katonk"?
"No call him katonk" is pronounced "kah-TONK". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "No call him katonk"?
"No call him katonk" is a people expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."
Local Culture Fact
"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."
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