li hing mui
Meaning: salted dried plum
Usage: Li hing mui is a popular snack, often used as a flavoring for candies, fruits, and other treats. It's a sweet and salty dried plum, and the flavor is very distinct.
"I like li hing mui powder on my mango"
"You get li hing mui on your shave ice?"
"I wen' buy one bag li hing mui, gotta share wit' da fam'ly."
Origin: This snack originated from Chinese immigrants and has become a staple in Hawaiian culture.
What does "li hing mui" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"li hing mui" means "salted dried plum" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Li hing mui is a popular snack, often used as a flavoring for candies, fruits, and other treats. It's a sweet and salty dried plum, and the flavor is very distinct..
How do you pronounce "li hing mui"?
"li hing mui" is pronounced "lee hing MOO-ee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "li hing mui" in a sentence?
Example: "I like li hing mui powder on my mango"
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salty dried plum snack powder
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marlin, blue marlin
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