haunas
Meaning: stinky
Usage: This is the intensified form of 'hauna,' meaning something is very stinky or has a strong, unpleasant odor. It emphasizes the intensity of the smell.
"Dat fish stay haunas"
"Eh, da dog's breath stay haunas, gotta brush 'em."
"Da kine socks stay haunas aftah da game, yeah?"
Origin: A Pidgin adaptation of the Hawaiian concept of 'hauna', emphasizing the degree of the unpleasant smell.
What does "haunas" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"haunas" means "stinky" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This is the intensified form of 'hauna,' meaning something is very stinky or has a strong, unpleasant odor. It emphasizes the intensity of the smell..
How do you pronounce "haunas"?
"haunas" is pronounced "HOW-nahs". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "haunas" in a sentence?
Example: "Dat fish stay haunas"
"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
"The shaka sign (🤙) is a common gesture in Hawaii expressing the 'Aloha Spirit'."
Want to learn more? Check out our Learning Hub or Talk Story with Kimo!