howzit, uncle?
Meaning: how are you, mister?
Pronunciation: HOW-zit, UN-kul
greetings
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Meaning
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how are you, mister?
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how's it going, sir?
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hello, older gentleman
Usage: Respectful way to greet an older man, not necessarily family
Examples
"Howzit, uncle? You stay good?"
"Uncle! Howzit? Long time no see"
"Howzit, uncle, you need help?"
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "howzit, uncle?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"howzit, uncle?" means "how are you, mister?" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Respectful way to greet an older man, not necessarily family.
How do you pronounce "howzit, uncle?"?
"howzit, uncle?" is pronounced "HOW-zit, UN-kul". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "howzit, uncle?" in a sentence?
Example: "Howzit, uncle? You stay good?"
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