Back to Dictionary

boroz

Meaning: drunk

Pronunciation: BOH-rohz
descriptions intermediate

Meaning

drunk
messed up
broken
intoxicated

Usage: Commonly used to describe someone who is drunk or something that is broken.

Examples

"He stay real boroz after da party."

"My car stay boroz."

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: Pidgin

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "boroz" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"boroz" means "drunk" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Commonly used to describe someone who is drunk or something that is broken..

How do you pronounce "boroz"?

"boroz" is pronounced "BOH-rohz". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "boroz" in a sentence?

Example: "He stay real boroz after da party."

Quick Actions

Related Pidgin Words

Pidgin & Local Culture Corner

Pidgin Grammar Tip

"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."

Local Culture Fact

"Aloha means more than just hello; it encompasses love, peace, compassion, and mercy."

Want to learn more? Check out our Learning Hub or Talk Story with Kimo!

Practice Your Pidgin

How Local You Stay?

Think you know how for use "boroz"?

Take the Quiz →