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tough local girl
What does "Real tita!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Real tita!" means "tough local girl" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Real tita!"?
"Real tita!" is pronounced "TEE-tah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Real tita!"?
"Real tita!" is a people expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."
"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."
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