hanabada
Meaning: runny nose
Usage: This term refers to a runny nose, often used when someone has a cold or allergies. It's a descriptive term for nasal discharge.
"Wipe your hanabada"
"Eh, you get hanabada, you better go blow your nose, yeah?"
"Da keiki get hanabada all ova, gotta wipe 'em."
Origin: This Pidgin term combines 'hana' (work/action) with 'bada', likely derived from a descriptive sound or the English word 'bad'.
What does "hanabada" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"hanabada" means "runny nose" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This term refers to a runny nose, often used when someone has a cold or allergies. It's a descriptive term for nasal discharge..
How do you pronounce "hanabada"?
"hanabada" is pronounced "hah-nah-BAH-dah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "hanabada" in a sentence?
Example: "Wipe your hanabada"
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