'a'ole pilikia
Meaning: no problem
Meaning
Usage: Means 'no problem' or 'you're welcome.' It's a common response to thanks.
Examples
"'A'ole pilikia brah"
"Mahalo for da help. 'A'ole pilikia!"
"You dropped your keys? 'A'ole pilikia, I got 'em."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Directly from the Hawaiian language, showing the influence of Hawaiian culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "'a'ole pilikia" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"'a'ole pilikia" means "no problem" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Means 'no problem' or 'you're welcome.' It's a common response to thanks..
How do you pronounce "'a'ole pilikia"?
"'a'ole pilikia" is pronounced "ah-OH-leh pee-lee-KEE-ah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "'a'ole pilikia" in a sentence?
Example: "'A'ole pilikia brah"
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Related Pidgin Words
e kala mai
excuse me, sorry
kala mai
sorry, excuse me, pardon me
mahalo for your kokua
thank you for your help, thank you for your cooperation
mahalo, for da hookup!
thank you for the connection!, thanks for the favor!, thank you for hooking me up!
'ano'ai
greetings
aloha
hello, goodbye, love
Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."
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