chance 'um
Meaning: go for it
Meaning
Usage: Encouraging to take a risk
Examples
"You should chance 'um!"
"Just chance um brah"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: English
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "chance 'um" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"chance 'um" means "go for it" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Encouraging to take a risk.
How do you pronounce "chance 'um"?
"chance 'um" is pronounced "chance UM". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "chance 'um" in a sentence?
Example: "You should chance 'um!"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Plurals in Pidgin are often formed by adding 'them' or 'dem' after the noun (e.g., 'The boy dem')."
Local Culture Fact
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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