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meaning of goin

Meaning: What is going on?

Pronunciation: MEH-ning ov GO-in
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Meaning

• What is going on?
• What's happening?
• What's up?

Examples

"Eh brah, you know da meaning of goin' ova dea?"

"I no know da meaning of goin', but I hear plenny noise."

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What does "meaning of goin" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"meaning of goin" means "What is going on?" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "meaning of goin"?

"meaning of goin" is pronounced "MEH-ning ov GO-in". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "meaning of goin" in a sentence?

Example: "Eh brah, you know da meaning of goin' ova dea?"

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