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imu

Meaning: underground oven

Pronunciation: EE-moo
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Meaning

underground oven

Usage: Traditional Hawaiian cooking method

Examples

"We cooking da pig in da imu"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: Hawaiian

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "imu" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"imu" means "underground oven" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Traditional Hawaiian cooking method.

How do you pronounce "imu"?

"imu" is pronounced "EE-moo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "imu" in a sentence?

Example: "We cooking da pig in da imu"

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