aole pilikia
Meaning: no problem
Usage: This phrase is a versatile response, similar to 'you're welcome' or 'no problem.' It's used to reassure someone that a task is not a burden or to dismiss a perceived inconvenience.
"Mahalo! - A'ole pilikia."
"Eh, I wen' aks fo' help, an' a'ole pilikia, da guy wen' do it right away!"
"You drop yo' phone? A'ole pilikia, I pick 'em up fo' you."
"'A'ole pilikia brah"
"Mahalo for da help. 'A'ole pilikia!"
"You dropped your keys? 'A'ole pilikia, I got 'em."
Origin: From ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi ʻaʻole pilikia. This Pidgin phrase directly translates to 'no problem' from Hawaiian. It reflects the laid-back, accommodating nature of Hawaiian culture.
What does "aole pilikia" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"aole pilikia" means "no problem" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase is a versatile response, similar to 'you're welcome' or 'no problem.' It's used to reassure someone that a task is not a burden or to dismiss a perceived inconvenience..
How do you pronounce "aole pilikia"?
"aole pilikia" is pronounced "ah-OH-leh pee-lee-KEE-ah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "aole pilikia" in a sentence?
Example: "Mahalo! - A'ole pilikia."
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