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f 'n fast

Meaning: extremely fast

Pronunciation: EFF-en FAST
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Meaning

extremely fast
very fast

Usage: Emphasizes extreme speed. The addition of the expletive intensifies the adjective.

Examples

"He drive f 'n fast!"

"He was f 'n fast, I couldn't catch him!"

"Da car was f 'n fast on da highway."

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: This phrase uses the English word "fast" with an expletive to emphasize the degree of speed.

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What does "f 'n fast" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"f 'n fast" means "extremely fast" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Emphasizes extreme speed. The addition of the expletive intensifies the adjective..

How do you pronounce "f 'n fast"?

"f 'n fast" is pronounced "EFF-en FAST". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "f 'n fast" in a sentence?

Example: "He drive f 'n fast!"

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