brah
Meaning: bro
Meaning
Usage: Casual way to address a friend or acquaintance
Examples
"Howzit brah?"
"Eh brah, wat you doing?"
"Tanks brah"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: English "brother"
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "brah" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"brah" means "bro" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Casual way to address a friend or acquaintance.
How do you pronounce "brah"?
"brah" is pronounced "BRAH". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "brah" in a sentence?
Example: "Howzit brah?"
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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
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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