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You mento

Meaning: mental

Pronunciation: MEN-toh
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Meaning

mental

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What does "You mento" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"You mento" means "mental" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "You mento"?

"You mento" is pronounced "MEN-toh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "You mento"?

"You mento" 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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"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."

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