dat
Meaning: that
Usage: This is the Pidgin pronunciation of "that." It's used to point out something that is not close to the speaker.
"Look at dat"
"I like dat car."
"Dat's my house over there."
Origin: This is a simplified pronunciation of the English word "that," common in Pidgin.
What does "dat" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"dat" means "that" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This is the Pidgin pronunciation of "that." It's used to point out something that is not close to the speaker..
How do you pronounce "dat"?
"dat" is pronounced "DAT". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "dat" in a sentence?
Example: "Look at dat"
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