going
Meaning: will
Meaning
Usage: Functions as a future tense marker, similar to "going to" or "will" in English. It indicates an action that will take place in the future.
Examples
"I going go beach later"
"I going eat latah."
"She going to da store."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: This usage mirrors the English "going to" construction, but is simplified and adapted into the Pidgin grammar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "going" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"going" means "will" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Functions as a future tense marker, similar to "going to" or "will" in English. It indicates an action that will take place in the future..
How do you pronounce "going"?
"going" is pronounced "GO-ing". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "going" in a sentence?
Example: "I going go beach later"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"The kahakÅ (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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