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chee hoo

Meaning: expression of joy

Pronunciation: CHEE-hoo
expressions intermediate

Meaning

• expression of joy
• excitement
• exclamation of excitement
• woohoo
• yeah
• joyful shout
• celebratory cry
• woo hoo

Usage: Celebrating or cheering

Examples

"Chee hoo! We going Vegas!"

"Chee-hoo! We going beach!"

"We won da game! Chee-hoo!"

"Chee-hoo! Party tonight!"

"Cheeehoo! We going beach today!"

"Cheeehoo! We won da championship!"

"Friday pau hana, cheeehoo!"

"Chee hu! Going Vegas!"

"Chee hu! We win!"

"Chee hu, da food so good!"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: Local expression

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "chee hoo" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"chee hoo" means "expression of joy" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Celebrating or cheering.

How do you pronounce "chee hoo"?

"chee hoo" is pronounced "CHEE-hoo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "chee hoo" in a sentence?

Example: "Chee hoo! We going Vegas!"

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