hana hou
Meaning: do it again
Usage: This phrase means 'do it again' or 'encore'. It's used to request a repeat performance or action, often in a playful or appreciative way.
"Hana hou! One more time!"
"Hana hou! Play dat song again!"
"Da keiki wen' do good, hana hou!"
"The band was so good, everybody was screaming hanahou!"
"Da crowd stay yellin' hanahou afta da show, yeah?"
"Hanahou, brah! Play dat song again!"
Origin: This phrase comes directly from the Hawaiian language, demonstrating the influence of Hawaiian words on Pidgin.
What does "hana hou" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"hana hou" means "do it again" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase means 'do it again' or 'encore'. It's used to request a repeat performance or action, often in a playful or appreciative way..
How do you pronounce "hana hou"?
"hana hou" is pronounced "HAH-nah HOH". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "hana hou" in a sentence?
Example: "Hana hou! One more time!"
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