Meaning
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flip-flops
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Wear slippahs" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Wear slippahs" means "flip-flops" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Wear slippahs"?
"Wear slippahs" is pronounced "SLIP-ahz". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Wear slippahs"?
"Wear slippahs" is a clothing expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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