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bahjuju

Meaning: bad vibes

Pronunciation: bah-JOO-joo
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Meaning

• bad vibes
• bad juju
• bad joojoo

Usage: Refers to bad vibes or negative energy surrounding a person or place.

Examples

"Get bahjuju here"

"Eh, I get bahjuju from dat place."

"Da vibes was all bahjuju."

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: This is a Pidgin term, likely a combination of 'bad' and a word suggesting negative feelings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "bahjuju" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"bahjuju" means "bad vibes" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Refers to bad vibes or negative energy surrounding a person or place..

How do you pronounce "bahjuju"?

"bahjuju" is pronounced "bah-JOO-joo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "bahjuju" in a sentence?

Example: "Get bahjuju here"

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"Plurals in Pidgin are often formed by adding 'them' or 'dem' after the noun (e.g., 'The boy dem')."

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