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ballah

Meaning: wealthy person

Pronunciation: BAL-lah
people intermediate

Meaning

wealthy person
someone who spends freely

Examples

"He one real ballah since he got that new job."

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What does "ballah" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"ballah" means "wealthy person" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "ballah"?

"ballah" is pronounced "BAL-lah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "ballah" in a sentence?

Example: "He one real ballah since he got that new job."

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