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make funny

Meaning: to play a joke on someone

Pronunciation: MAKE-FUN-nee
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Meaning

to play a joke on someone
to tease
to mess around with

Usage: Playing jokes or teasing someone

Examples

"No make funny with me"

"He stay make funny with his sister"

"Stop make funny, I stay serious"

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "make funny" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"make funny" means "to play a joke on someone" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Playing jokes or teasing someone.

How do you pronounce "make funny"?

"make funny" is pronounced "MAKE-FUN-nee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "make funny" in a sentence?

Example: "No make funny with me"

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