face
Meaning: I knew it
Meaning
Usage: Used to express the feeling of 'I knew it' or 'I told you so,' often in a moment of vindication or when a prediction comes true. It implies a sense of knowing something beforehand.
Examples
"Face! I wen tell you so"
"I knew dat was gonna happen, face!"
"Eh, I told you, face, you shoulda listen!"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: The exact origin is unclear, but it likely evolved within the Pidgin community as a way to express a common sentiment of knowing or predicting something.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "face" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"face" means "I knew it" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Used to express the feeling of 'I knew it' or 'I told you so,' often in a moment of vindication or when a prediction comes true. It implies a sense of knowing something beforehand..
How do you pronounce "face"?
"face" is pronounced "FACE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "face" in a sentence?
Example: "Face! I wen tell you so"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
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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