buggah
Meaning: bugger
Pronunciation: BUG-gah
people
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Meaning
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bugger
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guy
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person
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thing
Usage: Refers to a person or sometimes a thing
Examples
"Dat buggah is crazy"
"Da buggah stay big"
"Which buggah you talking about?"
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "buggah" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"buggah" means "bugger" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Refers to a person or sometimes a thing.
How do you pronounce "buggah"?
"buggah" is pronounced "BUG-gah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "buggah" in a sentence?
Example: "Dat buggah is crazy"
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