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my cuz

Meaning: my cousin

Pronunciation: MY KAHZ
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Meaning

• my cousin
• my friend
• my bro

Examples

"Eh, dat's my cuz over dere, he can help us."

"Aloha, my cuz! Long time no see."

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "my cuz" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"my cuz" means "my cousin" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "my cuz"?

"my cuz" is pronounced "MY KAHZ". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "my cuz" in a sentence?

Example: "Eh, dat's my cuz over dere, he can help us."

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"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."

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"A 'Hui' is a club, association, or group of people working toward a common goal."

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