kamali'i
Meaning: children
Usage: Kamali'i means 'children' or 'kids'. It's used to refer to young people in a general sense, often in a plural form.
"All da kamali'i stay playing outside"
"Da kamali'i playing at da kahakai."
"You gotta watch out fo' da kamali'i, dey always running around."
Origin: This word is from the Hawaiian language, emphasizing the importance of family and children in Hawaiian culture.
What does "kamali'i" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"kamali'i" means "children" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Kamali'i means 'children' or 'kids'. It's used to refer to young people in a general sense, often in a plural form..
How do you pronounce "kamali'i"?
"kamali'i" is pronounced "kah-mah-LEE-ee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "kamali'i" in a sentence?
Example: "All da kamali'i stay playing outside"
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