bulai
Meaning: to lie
Usage: Means 'to lie' or 'to deceive.' It's used to describe the act of not telling the truth or misleading someone.
"No bulai me"
"Eh, you bulai me, yeah?"
"Stop bulai, tell da truth!"
Origin: Likely derived from the English word 'bluff' or 'lie,' adapted into Pidgin.
What does "bulai" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"bulai" means "to lie" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Means 'to lie' or 'to deceive.' It's used to describe the act of not telling the truth or misleading someone..
How do you pronounce "bulai"?
"bulai" is pronounced "boo-LIE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "bulai" in a sentence?
Example: "No bulai me"
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