fast kine
Meaning: fast
Meaning
Usage: This phrase means 'quickly' or 'fast.' It's used to describe something that is done with speed or efficiency.
Examples
"Drive fast kine"
"Go fast kine, we late!"
"He one fast kine runner, yeah?"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: This phrase is a Pidgin construction, emphasizing the speed of something.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "fast kine" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"fast kine" means "fast" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase means 'quickly' or 'fast.' It's used to describe something that is done with speed or efficiency..
How do you pronounce "fast kine"?
"fast kine" is pronounced "fast-KYNE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "fast kine" in a sentence?
Example: "Drive fast kine"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Plurals in Pidgin are often formed by adding 'them' or 'dem' after the noun (e.g., 'The boy dem')."
Local Culture Fact
"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."
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