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all nuts

Meaning: crazy

Pronunciation: all-NUTS
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Meaning

crazy
wild

Usage: This phrase describes a situation or person that is crazy, wild, or chaotic. It can be used to describe exciting or overwhelming situations.

Examples

"Da party was all nuts last night"

"Da party stay all nuts las' night."

"He stay all nuts, gotta watch out fo' 'em."

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: This phrase is a Pidgin adaptation, using the English word 'nuts' to describe a state of craziness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "all nuts" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"all nuts" means "crazy" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase describes a situation or person that is crazy, wild, or chaotic. It can be used to describe exciting or overwhelming situations..

How do you pronounce "all nuts"?

"all nuts" is pronounced "all-NUTS". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "all nuts" in a sentence?

Example: "Da party was all nuts last night"

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