batu
Meaning: crystal meth
Usage: A slang term for crystal meth, used in reference to drug use.
"No touch batu"
"Stay away from batu, brah."
"He wen' get caught wit' batu."
Origin: This is a Pidgin slang term, used to refer to a specific illegal substance.
What does "batu" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"batu" means "crystal meth" in Hawaiian Pidgin. A slang term for crystal meth, used in reference to drug use..
How do you pronounce "batu"?
"batu" is pronounced "BAH-too". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "batu" in a sentence?
Example: "No touch batu"
"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."
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