get choke
Meaning: there's a lot
Meaning
Usage: "Get choke" is used to express that there is an abundance of something, whether it be people, objects, or even abstract concepts like work or problems. It's a versatile phrase that can be applied to many different situations to emphasize quantity.
Examples
"Get choke people at da beach today"
"Da store get choke selection"
"We get choke work fo' do"
"Eh brah, da party get choke food, you goin' stay hungry?"
"I wen' see get choke cars stuck in traffic dis morning, gotta leave earlier next time."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: The phrase likely evolved from the English word "choke" which means to clog or fill up. Over time, it was adapted in Pidgin to signify a large quantity or overwhelming amount.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "get choke" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"get choke" means "there's a lot" in Hawaiian Pidgin. "Get choke" is used to express that there is an abundance of something, whether it be people, objects, or even abstract concepts like work or problems. It's a versatile phrase that can be applied to many different situations to emphasize quantity..
How do you pronounce "get choke"?
"get choke" is pronounced "GET-choke". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "get choke" in a sentence?
Example: "Get choke people at da beach today"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
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