We going makai fo surf
Meaning: toward the ocean
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toward the ocean
What does "We going makai fo surf" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"We going makai fo surf" means "toward the ocean" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "We going makai fo surf"?
"We going makai fo surf" is pronounced "mah-KAI". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "We going makai fo surf"?
"We going makai fo surf" is a directions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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