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to leave
What does "Time fo bag, pau hana" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Time fo bag, pau hana" means "to leave" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Time fo bag, pau hana"?
"Time fo bag, pau hana" is pronounced "BAG". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Time fo bag, pau hana"?
"Time fo bag, pau hana" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."
"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."
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