She so imelda wit da shoes
Meaning: having extravagant tastes
slang
beginner
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having extravagant tastes
What does "She so imelda wit da shoes" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"She so imelda wit da shoes" means "having extravagant tastes" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "She so imelda wit da shoes"?
"She so imelda wit da shoes" is pronounced "ee-MEL-dah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "She so imelda wit da shoes"?
"She so imelda wit da shoes" is a slang 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'."
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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