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k den

Meaning: okay then

Pronunciation: kay-DEN
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Meaning

okay then

Usage: Agreement or farewell

Examples

"K den, see you latahs"

"K-den, latahs"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: English "okay then"

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "k den" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"k den" means "okay then" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Agreement or farewell.

How do you pronounce "k den"?

"k den" is pronounced "kay-DEN". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "k den" in a sentence?

Example: "K den, see you latahs"

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"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."

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"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."

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