get chance
Meaning: have opportunity
Meaning
Usage: This phrase means 'have opportunity.' It's used to indicate that someone has the time or the chance to do something.
Examples
"You get chance come?"
"You get chance fo' go da party?"
"I no get chance fo' see 'em."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: This is a Pidgin construction, using 'get' (have) and 'chance' (opportunity).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "get chance" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"get chance" means "have opportunity" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase means 'have opportunity.' It's used to indicate that someone has the time or the chance to do something..
How do you pronounce "get chance"?
"get chance" is pronounced "get-CHANS". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "get chance" in a sentence?
Example: "You get chance come?"
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