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What does "Scary obake!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Scary obake!" means "ghost" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Scary obake!"?
"Scary obake!" is pronounced "oh-BAH-keh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Scary obake!"?
"Scary obake!" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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