fo'
Meaning: for
expressions
beginner
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for
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to
Usage: Preposition meaning for or to
"What fo'?"
"Going fo' grind"
"Dis fo you"
Origin: English
What does "fo'" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"fo'" means "for" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Preposition meaning for or to.
How do you pronounce "fo'"?
"fo'" is pronounced "foh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "fo'" in a sentence?
Example: "What fo'?"
"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."
"The kahakÅ (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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