kaukau
Meaning: food
Usage: Means food or a meal, and can also be used as a verb meaning "to eat." It's a general term for nourishment.
"Time fo' kaukau!"
"I going make kaukau."
Origin: Derived from the Hawaiian word "ʻai," meaning food, this term has been adapted into Pidgin to refer to food and eating.
What does "kaukau" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"kaukau" means "food" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Means food or a meal, and can also be used as a verb meaning "to eat." It's a general term for nourishment..
How do you pronounce "kaukau"?
"kaukau" is pronounced "KOW-kow". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "kaukau" in a sentence?
Example: "Time fo' kaukau!"
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