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Why you nerjis?

Meaning: nervous

Pronunciation: NER-jis
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Meaning

nervous

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What does "Why you nerjis?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"Why you nerjis?" means "nervous" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "Why you nerjis?"?

"Why you nerjis?" is pronounced "NER-jis". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "Why you nerjis?"?

"Why you nerjis?" is a emotions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"Using 'mo' before an adjective creates a comparative, like 'mo bettah' for 'better'."

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"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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