fast kine
Meaning: fast
Usage: This phrase means 'quickly' or 'fast.' It's used to describe something that is done with speed or efficiency.
"Drive fast kine"
"Go fast kine, we late!"
"He one fast kine runner, yeah?"
Origin: This phrase is a Pidgin construction, emphasizing the speed of something.
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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