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cousin

Meaning: cousin

Pronunciation: KOO-zin
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Meaning

• cousin

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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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner

Pidgin Grammar Tip

"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."

Local Culture Fact

"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."

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