cousin
Meaning: cousin
Meaning
Examples
"My cuzzo stay coming ovah fo' da potluck."
"Eh, dat cuzzo wen' go mainland fo' college."
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "cousin" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"cousin" means "cousin" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "cousin"?
"cousin" is pronounced "KOO-zin". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "cousin" in a sentence?
Example: "My cuzzo stay coming ovah fo' da potluck."
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children, kids
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elder, grandparent, ancestor
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older Filipino man, older brother, respectful term for Filipino elder
tante
aunty, aunt
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family, extended family, close friends
ballah
wealthy person, someone who spends freely
Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."
Local Culture Fact
"The shaka sign (🤙) is a common gesture in Hawaii expressing the 'Aloha Spirit'."
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