all jam up
Meaning: crowded
Usage: This phrase describes a situation that is crowded or congested, often used to describe traffic or a large gathering of people.
"Da road stay all jam up"
"Da traffic stay all jam up dis morning."
"Da concert stay all jam up, no can even move."
Origin: This phrase is a combination of English words, used in Pidgin to emphasize the degree of congestion.
What does "all jam up" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"all jam up" means "crowded" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase describes a situation that is crowded or congested, often used to describe traffic or a large gathering of people..
How do you pronounce "all jam up"?
"all jam up" is pronounced "all-JAM-up". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "all jam up" in a sentence?
Example: "Da road stay all jam up"
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