malama
Meaning: to care for
Pronunciation: mah-LAH-mah
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Meaning
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to care for
•
protect
Usage: Taking care of something
Examples
"Malama da aina"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Hawaiian
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "malama" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"malama" means "to care for" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Taking care of something.
How do you pronounce "malama"?
"malama" is pronounced "mah-LAH-mah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "malama" in a sentence?
Example: "Malama da aina"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Plurals in Pidgin are often formed by adding 'them' or 'dem' after the noun (e.g., 'The boy dem')."
Local Culture Fact
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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