Yeah you, dat's exactly what happened
Meaning: you're right
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What does "Yeah you, dat's exactly what happened" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"Yeah you, dat's exactly what happened" means "you're right" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "Yeah you, dat's exactly what happened"?
"Yeah you, dat's exactly what happened" is pronounced "yeah-YOU". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "Yeah you, dat's exactly what happened"?
"Yeah you, dat's exactly what happened" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
Related Pidgin Phrases
Da traffic was bad, yeah you!
you're right
He wen bust his board, yeah you?
you're right
Brah, you naman? Let someone else try!
brah, it's your turn again?
Buss um out now!
break it out
Buss um out, les go
break it out
Da bagah wen go chicken skin when he heard da music
wow, that guy is getting goosebumps!
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
Local Culture Fact
"The shaka sign (🤙) is a common gesture in Hawaii expressing the 'Aloha Spirit'."
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