ballah head
Meaning: bald head
Meaning
Examples
"Uncle get ballah head"
"He stay ballah head since young time"
"My bruddah going ballah head like daddy"
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "ballah head" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"ballah head" means "bald head" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "ballah head"?
"ballah head" is pronounced "BAL-lah head". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "ballah head" in a sentence?
Example: "Uncle get ballah head"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
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