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big kine

Meaning: a lot

Pronunciation: big KINE
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Meaning

a lot
big
major

Usage: Emphasizing size or importance

Examples

"That's one big kine problem"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: English

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What does "big kine" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"big kine" means "a lot" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Emphasizing size or importance.

How do you pronounce "big kine"?

"big kine" is pronounced "big KINE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "big kine" in a sentence?

Example: "That's one big kine problem"

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