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Stay away from da sukebe

Meaning: dirty old man

Pronunciation: soo-KEH-beh
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Meaning

dirty old man

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What does "Stay away from da sukebe" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Stay away from da sukebe" means "dirty old man" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Stay away from da sukebe"?

"Stay away from da sukebe" is pronounced "soo-KEH-beh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Stay away from da sukebe"?

"Stay away from da sukebe" is a people expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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Pidgin Grammar Tip

"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."

Local Culture Fact

"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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