funny kine
Meaning: strange
Usage: This phrase means 'strange' or 'weird.' It's used to describe something that is unusual or odd.
"Something stay funny kine"
"Da dog, he one funny kine dog, yeah?"
"Dat story, funny kine, I like 'em."
Origin: This is a Pidgin construction, using 'funny' to describe something that is not normal.
What does "funny kine" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"funny kine" means "strange" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase means 'strange' or 'weird.' It's used to describe something that is unusual or odd..
How do you pronounce "funny kine"?
"funny kine" is pronounced "FUN-nee-KINE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "funny kine" in a sentence?
Example: "Something stay funny kine"
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