ho brah
Meaning: wow man
Usage: A very common exclamation used for surprise, emphasis, or simply to get a friend's attention.
"Ho brah, you see dat wave?"
"Ho brah, long time no see!"
Origin: Pidgin
What does "ho brah" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"ho brah" means "wow man" in Hawaiian Pidgin. A very common exclamation used for surprise, emphasis, or simply to get a friend's attention..
How do you pronounce "ho brah"?
"ho brah" is pronounced "ho brah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "ho brah" in a sentence?
Example: "Ho brah, you see dat wave?"
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