Wakea up high!
Meaning: Sky Father in mythology
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Sky Father in mythology
What does "Wakea up high!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Wakea up high!" means "Sky Father in mythology" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Wakea up high!"?
"Wakea up high!" is pronounced "wah-KEH-ah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Wakea up high!"?
"Wakea up high!" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
"The 'Aloha Spirit' is actually part of Hawaii state law (HRS [ยง 5-7.5])."
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