She wearing one pretty pa'u
Meaning: skirt
Pronunciation: PAH-oo
clothing
intermediate
clothing
hawaiian
cultural
Meaning
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skirt
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "She wearing one pretty pa'u" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"She wearing one pretty pa'u" means "skirt" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "She wearing one pretty pa'u"?
"She wearing one pretty pa'u" is pronounced "PAH-oo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "She wearing one pretty pa'u"?
"She wearing one pretty pa'u" is a clothing expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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