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māhū

Meaning: third gender

🗣️ Pronunciation: MAH-hoo
people intermediate

📖 Meaning

third gender
in between male and female
transgender

Usage: Traditional Hawaiian third gender

💬 Examples

"Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture"

🌺 Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: Hawaiian

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What does "māhū" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"māhū" means "third gender" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Traditional Hawaiian third gender.

How do you pronounce "māhū"?

"māhū" is pronounced "MAH-hoo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "māhū" in a sentence?

Example: "Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture"

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