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nene goose

Meaning: Hawaiian goose

Pronunciation: neh-NEH goose
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Meaning

• Hawaiian goose
• state bird of Hawaii

Examples

"nene goose stay Hawaiian goose"

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "nene goose" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"nene goose" means "Hawaiian goose" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "nene goose"?

"nene goose" is pronounced "neh-NEH goose". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "nene goose" in a sentence?

Example: "nene goose stay Hawaiian goose"

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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner

Pidgin Grammar Tip

"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."

Local Culture Fact

"The 'okina (ʻ) is a consonant in the Hawaiian language representing a glottal stop."

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