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We gotta malama da ocean

Meaning: to care for

Pronunciation: mah-LAH-mah
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Meaning

to care for

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What does "We gotta malama da ocean" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"We gotta malama da ocean" means "to care for" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "We gotta malama da ocean"?

"We gotta malama da ocean" is pronounced "mah-LAH-mah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "We gotta malama da ocean"?

"We gotta malama da ocean" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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