kahakai
Meaning: the beach
Usage: Kahakai means 'the beach' or 'seashore'. It's a place of leisure, recreation, and cultural significance in Hawaii.
"Let's go down to da kahakai"
"Let's go to da kahakai for swim."
"Da kamali'i like build sandcastles at da kahakai."
Origin: This word is from the Hawaiian language, reflecting the deep connection between Hawaiians and the ocean.
What does "kahakai" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"kahakai" means "the beach" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Kahakai means 'the beach' or 'seashore'. It's a place of leisure, recreation, and cultural significance in Hawaii..
How do you pronounce "kahakai"?
"kahakai" is pronounced "kah-hah-KAI". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "kahakai" in a sentence?
Example: "Let's go down to da kahakai"
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