imu
Meaning: underground oven
Pronunciation: EE-moo
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Meaning
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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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