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korean yobo

Meaning: Korean person

Pronunciation: KOH-REE-AN YOH-BOH
people intermediate

Meaning

Korean person
spouse
Korean-style

Examples

"Eh, you went try the meat jun from that new Korean yobo place?"

"My neighbor is one sweet old Korean yobo."

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What does "korean yobo" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"korean yobo" means "Korean person" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "korean yobo"?

"korean yobo" is pronounced "KOH-REE-AN YOH-BOH". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "korean yobo" in a sentence?

Example: "Eh, you went try the meat jun from that new Korean yobo place?"

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Pidgin Grammar Tip

"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."

Local Culture Fact

"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."

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