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So nails brah!

Meaning: very difficult

Pronunciation: so-NAYLZ
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Meaning

very difficult

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What does "So nails brah!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"So nails brah!" means "very difficult" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "So nails brah!"?

"So nails brah!" is pronounced "so-NAYLZ". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "So nails brah!"?

"So nails brah!" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."

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