We hanai him like family
Meaning: to adopt
Pronunciation: hah-NYE
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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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"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."
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"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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