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volcanic smog
What does "Thick vog!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Thick vog!" means "volcanic smog" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Thick vog!"?
"Thick vog!" is pronounced "VAHG". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Thick vog!"?
"Thick vog!" is a nature expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
"Using 'mo' before an adjective creates a comparative, like 'mo bettah' for 'better'."
"The kahakÅ (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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