This poke stay so 'ono!

Meaning: delicious

Pronunciation: OH-no

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Meaning

• delicious

"This poke stay so 'ono!" means "delicious" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

"This poke stay so 'ono!" is pronounced "OH-no". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

"This poke stay so 'ono!" is a food expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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