high maka maka
Meaning: stuck up
Meaning
Usage: Describes someone who is arrogant, conceited, and looks down on others. It implies a sense of superiority and often a lack of friendliness.
Examples
"She all high maka maka"
"Dat guy ova dea, so high maka maka, he no even talk story wit' us."
"She tink she bettah dan everybody, all high maka maka, yeah?"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: This phrase combines 'high' (referring to an elevated status) with 'maka maka', which can be related to 'eyes' or 'face', suggesting a proud or haughty expression.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "high maka maka" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"high maka maka" means "stuck up" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Describes someone who is arrogant, conceited, and looks down on others. It implies a sense of superiority and often a lack of friendliness..
How do you pronounce "high maka maka"?
"high maka maka" is pronounced "high-MAH-kah-MAH-kah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "high maka maka" in a sentence?
Example: "She all high maka maka"
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"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
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"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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