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Meaning: want to fight?
Pronunciation: like-BEEF
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want to fight?
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "You like beef?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"You like beef?" means "want to fight?" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "You like beef?"?
"You like beef?" is pronounced "like-BEEF". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
When do locals use "You like beef?"?
"You like beef?" is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."
Local Culture Fact
"The kahakÅ (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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