dap
Meaning: fist bump
Usage: Casual island hand greeting incorporating a slap, slide, or fist bump between friends and braddahs.
"Give da boy dap when you see him."
"Shoots brah, throw me one dap."
Origin: Colloquial greeting gesture adopted widely in island culture.
What does "dap" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"dap" means "fist bump" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Casual island hand greeting incorporating a slap, slide, or fist bump between friends and braddahs..
How do you pronounce "dap"?
"dap" is pronounced "dap". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "dap" in a sentence?
Example: "Give da boy dap when you see him."
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