ass right
Meaning: that's right
Usage: This is a strong affirmative, similar to 'that's right' or 'exactly.' It shows enthusiastic agreement.
"Ass right, das how we do um"
"Ass right, dat's exactly what I was thinkin'!"
"You pass da test? Ass right, brah!"
"Das right, brah, we go early fo' get parking."
""Pau hana time?" "Das right!""
"Das right, no can just give up."
Origin: This phrase is a direct translation from English, but its use in Pidgin adds emphasis.
What does "ass right" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"ass right" means "that's right" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This is a strong affirmative, similar to 'that's right' or 'exactly.' It shows enthusiastic agreement..
How do you pronounce "ass right"?
"ass right" is pronounced "ass-RIGHT". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "ass right" in a sentence?
Example: "Ass right, das how we do um"
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