māhū
Meaning: third gender
Meaning
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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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"The word 'da kine' is a versatile placeholder used when you can't remember a specific word."
Local Culture Fact
"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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