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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."

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