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Uncle Joe stay fixing cars

Meaning: any older man you respect

Pronunciation: UN-kul
people beginner
people respect family

Meaning

any older man you respect

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What does "Uncle Joe stay fixing cars" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Uncle Joe stay fixing cars" means "any older man you respect" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Uncle Joe stay fixing cars"?

"Uncle Joe stay fixing cars" is pronounced "UN-kul". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Uncle Joe stay fixing cars"?

"Uncle Joe stay fixing cars" is a people expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."

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