hana okolele
Meaning: you're in trouble
Usage: This phrase warns someone that they are going to face consequences for their actions. It's a way of saying 'you're in trouble' or 'you'll get it'.
"Hana okolele when mom finds out"
"You betta watch out, you gonna get hana okolele!"
"If you no listen, you gonna get hana okolele, fo' sho'."
Origin: This phrase combines 'hana' (work/action) with 'okolele', which is a Pidgin term for trouble or a difficult situation.
What does "hana okolele" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"hana okolele" means "you're in trouble" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase warns someone that they are going to face consequences for their actions. It's a way of saying 'you're in trouble' or 'you'll get it'..
How do you pronounce "hana okolele"?
"hana okolele" is pronounced "HAH-nah-oh-koh-LEH-leh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "hana okolele" in a sentence?
Example: "Hana okolele when mom finds out"
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