fakas
Meaning: guys
Meaning
Examples
"What you fakas doing tonight?"
"Those fakas went take my slippers."
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "fakas" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"fakas" means "guys" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "fakas"?
"fakas" is pronounced "FAH-kahs". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "fakas" in a sentence?
Example: "What you fakas doing tonight?"
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guy, fellow, fucker
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scary looking person, ugly
Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."
Local Culture Fact
"The 'Aloha Spirit' is actually part of Hawaii state law (HRS [ยง 5-7.5])."
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