da kine
Meaning: the thing
🗣️ Pronunciation: dah-KYNE
expressions
intermediate
📖 Meaning
•
the thing
•
whatchamacallit
Usage: Universal placeholder for any noun
💬 Examples
"Pass me da kine ova dea"
🌺 Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: English "the kind"
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does "da kine" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"da kine" means "the thing" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Universal placeholder for any noun.
How do you pronounce "da kine"?
"da kine" is pronounced "dah-KYNE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "da kine" in a sentence?
Example: "Pass me da kine ova dea"
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