had
Meaning: was
Usage: This is the past tense form of "to have" or "to be" in Pidgin. It indicates an action or state that occurred in the past.
"Had plenny people"
"I had da best shave ice yesterday."
"We had fun at da party."
Origin: This is a simplified past tense form of the English verb "had," common in Pidgin.
What does "had" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"had" means "was" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This is the past tense form of "to have" or "to be" in Pidgin. It indicates an action or state that occurred in the past..
How do you pronounce "had"?
"had" is pronounced "HAD". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "had" in a sentence?
Example: "Had plenny people"
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