katsu
Meaning: perfect
Usage: Means perfect, victorious, or winning. It expresses complete success or satisfaction.
"All katsu now!"
"We katsu! We win!"
"Da game was katsu!"
Origin: From the Japanese word 'katsu,' meaning victory, reflecting the influence of Japanese culture in Hawaii.
What does "katsu" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"katsu" means "perfect" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Means perfect, victorious, or winning. It expresses complete success or satisfaction..
How do you pronounce "katsu"?
"katsu" is pronounced "KAT-soo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "katsu" in a sentence?
Example: "All katsu now!"
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feeling, vibe, sensation
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oh my gosh, oh dear, expression of shock or dismay
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caught a big fish!, got one!, success catching fish
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to bathe, take bath
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you'll learn eventually, you'll see what happens, I told you so
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go for it, take a chance, try it, risk it
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