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You stay bulai!

Meaning: to lie

Pronunciation: boo-LIE
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Meaning

• to lie

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What does "You stay bulai!" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"You stay bulai!" means "to lie" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "You stay bulai!"?

"You stay bulai!" is pronounced "boo-LIE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

When do locals use "You stay bulai!"?

"You stay bulai!" is a slang expression used in everyday Hawaiian Pidgin conversation.

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"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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