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māhū

Meaning: third gender

Pronunciation: MAH-hoo
people intermediate

Meaning

third gender
in between male and female
transgender
homosexual male; crossdresser

Usage: Traditional Hawaiian third gender

Examples

"Māhū have important role in Hawaiian culture"

"mahu stay homosexual male; crossdresser"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: Hawaiian

Frequently Asked Questions

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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