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pounded taro paste
What does "Pass da poi" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Pass da poi" means "pounded taro paste" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Pass da poi"?
"Pass da poi" is pronounced "POY". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Pass da poi"?
"Pass da poi" is a food expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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