Meaning
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angry
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Why you all salty?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Why you all salty?" means "angry" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Why you all salty?"?
"Why you all salty?" is pronounced "all-SAWL-tee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Why you all salty?"?
"Why you all salty?" is a emotions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
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