kotonk
Meaning: Japanese person born on mainland US
๐ฃ๏ธ Pronunciation: ko-TONK
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๐ Meaning
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Japanese person born on mainland US
Usage: Referring to mainland-born Japanese Americans
๐ฌ Examples
"He stay one kotonk from California"
๐บ Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Japanese
โ Frequently Asked Questions
What does "kotonk" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"kotonk" means "Japanese person born on mainland US" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Referring to mainland-born Japanese Americans.
How do you pronounce "kotonk"?
"kotonk" is pronounced "ko-TONK". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "kotonk" in a sentence?
Example: "He stay one kotonk from California"
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