let's go
Meaning: we go
Usage: In Pidgin, "let's go" is a direct translation, but less common than phrases like "We go" or "Hele on." It's used to initiate a shared activity or to signal the start of a journey or event, similar to English.
"Let's go, da waves stay pumping!"
"Eh brah, let's go check 'em out, yeah?"
"Okay, let's go, I ready fo' eat!"
Origin: This phrase is a direct borrowing from English, reflecting the influence of English on the development of Hawaiian Pidgin.
What does "let's go" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"let's go" means "we go" in Hawaiian Pidgin. In Pidgin, "let's go" is a direct translation, but less common than phrases like "We go" or "Hele on." It's used to initiate a shared activity or to signal the start of a journey or event, similar to English..
How do you pronounce "let's go"?
"let's go" is pronounced "lets go". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "let's go" in a sentence?
Example: "Let's go, da waves stay pumping!"
"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."
"A 'Hui' is a club, association, or group of people working toward a common goal."
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