done
Meaning: pau
Usage: While 'done' exists in Pidgin, it's less frequent than 'pau'. It's often used for emphasis or to mirror Standard English, especially in questions or when confirming completion. It can also be used to show a more casual or relaxed tone.
"You done with your lunch?"
"You done with da work, yeah?"
"I done, brah, I goin' home."
Origin: Borrowed directly from English, 'done' maintains its original meaning in Pidgin but is less prevalent than the native Pidgin term 'pau'.
What does "done" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"done" means "pau" in Hawaiian Pidgin. While 'done' exists in Pidgin, it's less frequent than 'pau'. It's often used for emphasis or to mirror Standard English, especially in questions or when confirming completion. It can also be used to show a more casual or relaxed tone..
How do you pronounce "done"?
"done" is pronounced "dun". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "done" in a sentence?
Example: "You done with your lunch?"
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