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You like beer? Small kine, eh.

Meaning: Just a little bit

Pronunciation: small kyne, eh
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Meaning

Just a little bit

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What does "You like beer? Small kine, eh." mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"You like beer? Small kine, eh." means "Just a little bit" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "You like beer? Small kine, eh."?

"You like beer? Small kine, eh." is pronounced "small kyne, eh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "You like beer? Small kine, eh."?

"You like beer? Small kine, eh." is a expressions expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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