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"da aina"

Meaning: the land

Pronunciation: DAH AH-ee-nah
culture intermediate

Meaning

the land
the country
the earth

Examples

"Eh, dis aina so beautiful, brah."

"We gotta take care of da aina, yeah?"

Frequently Asked Questions

What does ""da aina"" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

""da aina"" means "the land" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce ""da aina""?

""da aina"" is pronounced "DAH AH-ee-nah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use ""da aina"" in a sentence?

Example: "Eh, dis aina so beautiful, brah."

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