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Rare nēnē!

Meaning: Hawaiian goose

Pronunciation: NAY-nay
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Meaning

Hawaiian goose

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What does "Rare nēnē!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Rare nēnē!" means "Hawaiian goose" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Rare nēnē!"?

"Rare nēnē!" is pronounced "NAY-nay". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Rare nēnē!"?

"Rare nēnē!" is a animals expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."

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