kāne
Meaning: man
Meaning
Usage: Man or husband
Examples
"Da kāne stay working"
"kane stay man, male, husband"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Hawaiian
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "kāne" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"kāne" means "man" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Man or husband.
How do you pronounce "kāne"?
"kāne" is pronounced "KAH-neh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "kāne" in a sentence?
Example: "Da kāne stay working"
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Related Pidgin Words
'ohana
family, extended family, close friends
kahuna
expert, priest
kama'āina
local resident, longtime resident, native-born, child of the land
kanaka
Hawaiian person
māhū
third gender, in between male and female, transgender, homosexual male; crossdresser
pākē
Chinese person, of Chinese origin, of Chinese descent
Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Plurals in Pidgin are often formed by adding 'them' or 'dem' after the noun (e.g., 'The boy dem')."
Local Culture Fact
"The concept of 'Ohana' means family, but can also include close friends and the broader community."
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