chawan
Meaning: rice bowl
Meaning
Usage: Rice bowl, also used in 'chawan cut' for bowl haircut
Examples
"Pass da chawan"
"He get one chawan cut"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Japanese
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "chawan" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"chawan" means "rice bowl" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Rice bowl, also used in 'chawan cut' for bowl haircut.
How do you pronounce "chawan"?
"chawan" is pronounced "CHAH-wahn". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "chawan" in a sentence?
Example: "Pass da chawan"
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Using 'mo' before an adjective creates a comparative, like 'mo bettah' for 'better'."
Local Culture Fact
"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."
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