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
"The word 'da kine' is a versatile placeholder used when you can't remember a specific word."
Local Culture Fact
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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