garut
Meaning: flirty
Usage: Used in local Pidgin to tease someone who is being overly flirty, boy-crazy, or acting coquettish. Often said as gentle teasing among friends and family.
"Eh, no be so garut! You just met da guy five minutes ago."
"She stay acting all garut in front of da boys."
Origin: Ilocano garut (flirtatious, promiscuous, or playful). Brought to Hawaii plantations by Filipino laborers and widely adopted into local Pidgin.
What does "garut" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"garut" means "flirty" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Used in local Pidgin to tease someone who is being overly flirty, boy-crazy, or acting coquettish. Often said as gentle teasing among friends and family..
How do you pronounce "garut"?
"garut" is pronounced "gah-ROOT". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "garut" in a sentence?
Example: "Eh, no be so garut! You just met da guy five minutes ago."
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