almost pau
Meaning: almost finished
Usage: Everyday Pidgin expression indicating that a task, work shift, or event is nearly finished and nearing completion.
"Hang on brah, I stay almost pau with da truck."
"Two mo minutes, den almost pau work—pau hana time!"
"We almost pau with da prep, get da grill ready."
Origin: Pidgin compound: English 'almost' + Hawaiian 'pau' (finished, completed, done).
What does "almost pau" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"almost pau" means "almost finished" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Everyday Pidgin expression indicating that a task, work shift, or event is nearly finished and nearing completion..
How do you pronounce "almost pau"?
"almost pau" is pronounced "ALL-most POW". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "almost pau" in a sentence?
Example: "Hang on brah, I stay almost pau with da truck."
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