nuff said
Meaning: say no more
Meaning
Usage: Everyday colloquial phrase indicating immediate agreement and that no further explanation or convincing is necessary.
Examples
"Free food and live music? Nuff said, I stay dea!"
"Nuff said brah, pack your gear and we go."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Pidgin contraction of English "enough said".
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "nuff said" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"nuff said" means "say no more" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Everyday colloquial phrase indicating immediate agreement and that no further explanation or convincing is necessary..
How do you pronounce "nuff said"?
"nuff said" is pronounced "nuff sed". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "nuff said" in a sentence?
Example: "Free food and live music? Nuff said, I stay dea!"
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Related Pidgin Words
nuff
enough
mo' bettah
much better, far superior, preferable
rajah dat
roger that, I understand, got it, I agree, that's correct
ass right
that's right, exactly, you got it
beef curry no worry
Don't worry, No problem, Everything is fine, Relax
jus like
just like, exactly like, same as, similar to
Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Using 'mo' before an adjective creates a comparative, like 'mo bettah' for 'better'."
Local Culture Fact
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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