mo' bettah
Meaning: much better
Meaning
Usage: Comparison
Examples
"Dis one mo bettah"
"Dis mo' bettah"
"Going early morning is mo bettah, no get traffic."
"Homemade poke stay mo bettah than store-bought."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: English "more better"
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "mo' bettah" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"mo' bettah" means "much better" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Comparison.
How do you pronounce "mo' bettah"?
"mo' bettah" is pronounced "moh-BET-tah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "mo' bettah" in a sentence?
Example: "Dis one mo bettah"
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Related Pidgin Words
go mo' bettah
go do it better, do it better, you should do better
bettah
better, you had better
fo'
for, to
goin
going, will, gonna, going to, about to
nuff said
say no more, enough said, completely agreed, understood
ainokea
I don't care
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
"A 'Hui' is a club, association, or group of people working toward a common goal."
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