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You so akamai, can help me?

Meaning: smart

Pronunciation: ah-kah-MY
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slang hawaiian

Meaning

smart

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What does "You so akamai, can help me?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"You so akamai, can help me?" means "smart" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "You so akamai, can help me?"?

"You so akamai, can help me?" is pronounced "ah-kah-MY". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "You so akamai, can help me?"?

"You so akamai, can help me?" is a cultural expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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