boddah
Meaning: to bother
Usage: Expressing annoyance or asking if something bothers
"No boddah me!"
"Boddah you?"
Origin: English
What does "boddah" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"boddah" means "to bother" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Expressing annoyance or asking if something bothers.
How do you pronounce "boddah"?
"boddah" is pronounced "BAH-dah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "boddah" in a sentence?
Example: "No boddah me!"
"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."
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