hammajang
Meaning: messed up
Usage: This term means 'messed up' or 'broken'. It describes something that is not working correctly or is in a state of disrepair.
"All hammajang"
"Eh, da car hammajang, no can start!"
"My computer hammajang, I dunno what happen."
"Da TV stay all hamajang"
"Da radio is hamajang, no can hear da music."
"Eh, my car engine is hamajang, gotta fix it."
Origin: This Pidgin term is likely derived from a combination of English and other influences, describing a state of disarray or malfunction.
What does "hammajang" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"hammajang" means "messed up" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This term means 'messed up' or 'broken'. It describes something that is not working correctly or is in a state of disrepair..
How do you pronounce "hammajang"?
"hammajang" is pronounced "HAM-mah-jang". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "hammajang" in a sentence?
Example: "All hammajang"
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