broke mouth
Meaning: extremely delicious
Meaning
Usage: An emphatic slang descriptor meaning food that is so delicious it bursts with flavor (variant of 'broke da mouth').
Examples
"Aunty's ribs stay broke mouth ono!"
"Dat dessert was so broke mouth."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Pidgin idiom
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "broke mouth" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"broke mouth" means "extremely delicious" in Hawaiian Pidgin. An emphatic slang descriptor meaning food that is so delicious it bursts with flavor (variant of 'broke da mouth')..
How do you pronounce "broke mouth"?
"broke mouth" is pronounced "BROHK MOWT". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "broke mouth" in a sentence?
Example: "Aunty's ribs stay broke mouth ono!"
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