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Ono manapua

Meaning: pork bun

Pronunciation: mah-nah-POO-ah
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Meaning

pork bun

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What does "Ono manapua" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Ono manapua" means "pork bun" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Ono manapua"?

"Ono manapua" is pronounced "mah-nah-POO-ah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Ono manapua"?

"Ono manapua" is a food expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."

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"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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