aisus
Meaning: darn
Usage: An exclamation expressing mild annoyance, frustration, or disappointment.
"Aisus, forgot my keys!"
"Aisus! I wen' miss da bus!"
"Aisus, dis traffic is terrible!"
Origin: A Pidgin expression, likely influenced by similar exclamations in other languages spoken in Hawaii.
What does "aisus" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"aisus" means "darn" in Hawaiian Pidgin. An exclamation expressing mild annoyance, frustration, or disappointment..
How do you pronounce "aisus"?
"aisus" is pronounced "AY-sus". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "aisus" in a sentence?
Example: "Aisus, forgot my keys!"
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