cabbage
Meaning: money
Usage: Cabbage is slang for money. It's a common and informal way to refer to currency, similar to terms like 'dough' or 'cash' in other dialects. It's used in casual conversations about finances.
"Need mo cabbage"
"I need some cabbage fo' buy groceries."
"He got plenny cabbage, yeah?"
Origin: The origin of using 'cabbage' for money is uncertain, but it's a common slang term found in various cultures. It's a playful and creative way to refer to money in Pidgin.
What does "cabbage" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"cabbage" means "money" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Cabbage is slang for money. It's a common and informal way to refer to currency, similar to terms like 'dough' or 'cash' in other dialects. It's used in casual conversations about finances..
How do you pronounce "cabbage"?
"cabbage" is pronounced "KAB-ij". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "cabbage" in a sentence?
Example: "Need mo cabbage"
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