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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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Pidgin Grammar Tip

"The word 'stay' is frequently used as a progressive marker, like 'He stay eating' for 'He is eating'."

Local Culture Fact

"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."

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