Big Wave Surfing at Pipeline
Story in Pidgin
English Translation
Vocabulary
brah
brother/friend
stay
are/is
charge
attack/go for it
small kid time
childhood
ho
wow/expression of amazement
sick
awesome/cool
Cultural Notes
Pipeline on Oahu's North Shore is one of the world's most dangerous and famous surf breaks. Local surfers like Kawika grow up with deep respect for the ocean and often start surfing as young children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the story "Big Wave Surfing at Pipeline" about?
"Big Wave Surfing at Pipeline" is an authentic Hawaiian Pidgin story that showcases the local language and culture of Hawaii. It includes both the original Pidgin text and an English translation.
What Pidgin words are in this story?
This story features the following Pidgin words: brah, stay, charge, small kid time, ho, sick. Each word includes its English meaning and pronunciation guide.
What difficulty level is this story?
This story is rated as intermediate level. It is suited for learners with some familiarity with Pidgin.