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nuff said

Meaning: say no more

Pronunciation: nuff sed
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Meaning

• say no more
• enough said
• completely agreed
• understood

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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"Using 'mo' before an adjective creates a comparative, like 'mo bettah' for 'better'."

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"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."

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