chawan
Meaning: rice bowl
Pronunciation: CHAH-wahn
objects
intermediate
Meaning
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rice bowl
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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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