japanee
Meaning: Japanese person
Usage: This term refers to a person of Japanese descent. It's a common way to identify someone's ethnicity in Hawaii.
"My japanee neighbor"
"My friend stay Japanee, he from Maui."
"Da Japanee food so ono, yeah?"
Origin: This term reflects the historical presence and influence of Japanese immigrants in Hawaii.
What does "japanee" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"japanee" means "Japanese person" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This term refers to a person of Japanese descent. It's a common way to identify someone's ethnicity in Hawaii..
How do you pronounce "japanee"?
"japanee" is pronounced "jah-pah-NEE". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "japanee" in a sentence?
Example: "My japanee neighbor"
"The word 'da kine' is a versatile placeholder used when you can't remember a specific word."
"The kahakÅ (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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