dem
Meaning: them
Usage: Refers to them or those people. It's the plural form of "da" or "that."
"Dem guys over dea"
"Dem guys over dere, dey always late."
"I saw dem at da store."
Origin: A Pidgin adaptation of the English plural pronoun "them," used to refer to a group of people or things.
What does "dem" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"dem" means "them" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Refers to them or those people. It's the plural form of "da" or "that.".
How do you pronounce "dem"?
"dem" is pronounced "DEM". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "dem" in a sentence?
Example: "Dem guys over dea"
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