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get'um

Meaning: go for it

Pronunciation: get-UM
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Meaning

go for it
give it your all
seize the opportunity

Usage: "Get'um" is a versatile Pidgin phrase used to encourage someone to fully commit to an action or seize an opportunity. It implies enthusiasm and a sense of urgency, urging the person to give their best effort.

Examples

"Ho, he saw da wave and wen get'um!"

"You see dat job posting? Get'um!"

"Da surf stay good, get'um brah!"

"Eh, da kine pau hana party goin' on tonight, get'um, yeah?"

"She get one chance fo' win da race, gotta get'um, no joke!"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: This phrase likely evolved from English phrases like "get them" or "get it," but it has been uniquely adapted within the Pidgin language to express a specific cultural attitude of embracing challenges and opportunities with gusto.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "get'um" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"get'um" means "go for it" in Hawaiian Pidgin. "Get'um" is a versatile Pidgin phrase used to encourage someone to fully commit to an action or seize an opportunity. It implies enthusiasm and a sense of urgency, urging the person to give their best effort..

How do you pronounce "get'um"?

"get'um" is pronounced "get-UM". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "get'um" in a sentence?

Example: "Ho, he saw da wave and wen get'um!"

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Pidgin Grammar Tip

"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."

Local Culture Fact

"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."

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