hale
Meaning: house
Usage: This is the Hawaiian word for 'house' or 'building'. It's used in everyday conversation to refer to a home or any type of structure.
"Come my hale fo dinner"
"We goin' to da hale for da party."
"Dat hale is so big, yeah?"
Origin: This word comes directly from the Hawaiian language, demonstrating the influence of Hawaiian vocabulary on Pidgin.
What does "hale" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"hale" means "house" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This is the Hawaiian word for 'house' or 'building'. It's used in everyday conversation to refer to a home or any type of structure..
How do you pronounce "hale"?
"hale" is pronounced "HAH-leh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "hale" in a sentence?
Example: "Come my hale fo dinner"
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