das
Meaning: that's
Usage: A contraction of "that's." It's used to express agreement, confirmation, or to introduce a statement.
"Das how we do um"
"Das right, brah!"
"Das what I mean."
Origin: A simplified contraction of the English phrase "that is," common in casual speech.
What does "das" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"das" means "that's" in Hawaiian Pidgin. A contraction of "that's." It's used to express agreement, confirmation, or to introduce a statement..
How do you pronounce "das"?
"das" is pronounced "DAHS". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "das" in a sentence?
Example: "Das how we do um"
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