f.o.b.
Meaning: fresh off the boat
Pronunciation: EF-oh-BEE
slang
beginner
Meaning
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fresh off the boat
Usage: Recent immigrant
Examples
"He one f.o.b."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: English acronym
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "f.o.b." mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"f.o.b." means "fresh off the boat" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Recent immigrant.
How do you pronounce "f.o.b."?
"f.o.b." is pronounced "EF-oh-BEE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "f.o.b." in a sentence?
Example: "He one f.o.b."
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."
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