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You like beef o wat?

Meaning: to fight

Pronunciation: BEEF
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Meaning

to fight

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What does "You like beef o wat?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"You like beef o wat?" means "to fight" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "You like beef o wat?"?

"You like beef o wat?" is pronounced "BEEF". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "You like beef o wat?"?

"You like beef o wat?" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."

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"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."

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