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Meaning: offensive insult

Pronunciation: BOH-toh EE-tah
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Meaning

offensive insult

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What does "You boto eatah!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"You boto eatah!" means "offensive insult" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "You boto eatah!"?

"You boto eatah!" is pronounced "BOH-toh EE-tah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "You boto eatah!"?

"You boto eatah!" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."

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