on da lo lo yo
Meaning: on the down-low
Usage: Island Pidgin expression meaning to keep something confidential, secret, or discreet ('on the down-low'). Used when telling someone not to broadcast sensitive news or gossip.
"Keep dis news on da lo lo yo, no tell nobody yet."
"We stay planning one surprise party, so stay on da lo lo yo."
"Brah, dat deal went down on da lo lo yo."
Origin: Blend of English 'on the down-low' / 'low-low' with Pidgin rhythm and rhyming marker 'yo'.
What does "on da lo lo yo" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"on da lo lo yo" means "on the down-low" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Island Pidgin expression meaning to keep something confidential, secret, or discreet ('on the down-low'). Used when telling someone not to broadcast sensitive news or gossip..
How do you pronounce "on da lo lo yo"?
"on da lo lo yo" is pronounced "on dah LOH LOH YOH". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "on da lo lo yo" in a sentence?
Example: "Keep dis news on da lo lo yo, no tell nobody yet."
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