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das why hard

Meaning: that's why it's difficult

Pronunciation: das-why-HARD
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Meaning

• that's why it's difficult

Usage: Means that's why it's difficult. It's used to explain the reason something is challenging.

Examples

"Das why hard fo understand"

"Das why hard fo' learn Pidgin."

"Das why hard fo' find parking."

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: A Pidgin phrase that directly translates to "that's why it's hard," explaining the reason for a difficulty.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "das why hard" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"das why hard" means "that's why it's difficult" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Means that's why it's difficult. It's used to explain the reason something is challenging..

How do you pronounce "das why hard"?

"das why hard" is pronounced "das-why-HARD". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "das why hard" in a sentence?

Example: "Das why hard fo understand"

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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner

Pidgin Grammar Tip

"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."

Local Culture Fact

"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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