bin
Meaning: was
Usage: This word is used as a past tense marker, similar to 'was' or 'were' in English. It's placed before the verb to indicate that an action happened in the past.
"I bin go already"
"I bin go da beach yesterday."
"She bin tell me already."
Origin: The word 'bin' comes from English and is a simplified form of 'been,' used to denote past actions.
What does "bin" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"bin" means "was" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This word is used as a past tense marker, similar to 'was' or 'were' in English. It's placed before the verb to indicate that an action happened in the past..
How do you pronounce "bin"?
"bin" is pronounced "BIN". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "bin" in a sentence?
Example: "I bin go already"
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