Back to Dictionary

huhu

Meaning: angry

Pronunciation: HOO-hoo

Meaning

• angry
• upset
• pissed off

Usage: Describes the feeling of being angry, upset, or irritated. It's a common way to express negative emotions.

Examples

"No make me huhu!"

"She get so huhu when I broke da vase."

"Why you so huhu, brah?"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: Likely derived from the Hawaiian language, where it carries a similar meaning, reflecting the cultural emphasis on emotional expression.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "huhu" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"huhu" means "angry" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Describes the feeling of being angry, upset, or irritated. It's a common way to express negative emotions..

How do you pronounce "huhu"?

"huhu" is pronounced "HOO-hoo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "huhu" in a sentence?

Example: "No make me huhu!"

Quick Actions

Related Pidgin Words

Pidgin & Local Culture Corner

Pidgin Grammar Tip

"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."

Local Culture Fact

"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."

Want to learn more? Try whole sentences in our English to Pidgin translator, check out our Learning Hub, or Talk Story with Kimo!

Practice Your Pidgin

How Local You Stay?

Think you know how for use "huhu"?

Take the Quiz →