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Try wait

Meaning: Please wait

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What does "Try wait" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Try wait" means "Please wait" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Try wait"?

"Try wait" is pronounced phonetically as it appears. Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Try wait"?

"Try wait" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner

Pidgin Grammar Tip

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

Local Culture Fact

"The 'Aloha Spirit' is actually part of Hawaii state law (HRS [ยง 5-7.5])."

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