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chawan

Meaning: rice bowl

Pronunciation: CHAH-wahn
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Meaning

rice bowl
bowl

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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