What, you like beef or what?
Meaning: want to fight
Pronunciation: LIKE-beef
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want to fight
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "What, you like beef or what?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"What, you like beef or what?" means "want to fight" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "What, you like beef or what?"?
"What, you like beef or what?" is pronounced "LIKE-beef". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "What, you like beef or what?"?
"What, you like beef or what?" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Using 'mo' before an adjective creates a comparative, like 'mo bettah' for 'better'."
Local Culture Fact
"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."
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