boroz
Meaning: drunk
Meaning
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."
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."
Local Culture Fact
"Talk story is a local Hawaiian expression for a casual conversation or sharing experiences."
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