dirty
Meaning: bad
Usage: Used to describe something as bad, unpleasant, or undesirable. It can refer to taste, behavior, or situations.
"Dirty kine weather today"
"Da food taste dirty, no good."
"Eh, dat's a dirty trick, yeah?"
Origin: This usage is similar to the English word "dirty," but in Pidgin, it carries a broader meaning of negativity.
What does "dirty" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"dirty" means "bad" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Used to describe something as bad, unpleasant, or undesirable. It can refer to taste, behavior, or situations..
How do you pronounce "dirty"?
"dirty" is pronounced "DER-tee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "dirty" in a sentence?
Example: "Dirty kine weather today"
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