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We hanai him like family

Meaning: to adopt

Pronunciation: hah-NYE
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Meaning

to adopt

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What does "We hanai him like family" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"We hanai him like family" means "to adopt" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "We hanai him like family"?

"We hanai him like family" is pronounced "hah-NYE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "We hanai him like family"?

"We hanai him like family" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."

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