buss um out
Meaning: break it out
Meaning
Usage: This phrase means to begin or start something, whether it's an activity, a task, or a project. It's an action-oriented phrase, indicating the initiation of a process.
Examples
"Buss um out, les go"
"Okay, guys, time to buss um out da kaukau!"
"Let's buss um out da work, yeah?"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Likely a Pidgin development, 'buss' meaning to break or start, combined with 'um' (them) and 'out' to indicate the beginning of an action.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "buss um out" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"buss um out" means "break it out" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase means to begin or start something, whether it's an activity, a task, or a project. It's an action-oriented phrase, indicating the initiation of a process..
How do you pronounce "buss um out"?
"buss um out" is pronounced "BUS-um-out". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "buss um out" in a sentence?
Example: "Buss um out, les go"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."
Local Culture Fact
"The shaka sign (🤙) is a common gesture in Hawaii expressing the 'Aloha Spirit'."
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