ho nah
Meaning: wow
Usage: Expresses a heightened level of surprise or disbelief. It's a more emphatic version of 'ho'.
"Ho nah!"
"Ho nah, you wen' win da lottery?"
"Ho nah, I can't believe dat!"
Origin: A combination of 'ho' with 'nah' (a particle of emphasis), intensifying the expression of surprise.
What does "ho nah" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"ho nah" means "wow" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Expresses a heightened level of surprise or disbelief. It's a more emphatic version of 'ho'..
How do you pronounce "ho nah"?
"ho nah" is pronounced "HOH-nah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "ho nah" in a sentence?
Example: "Ho nah!"
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