'opihi
Meaning: type of limpet
Usage: Prized limpet, dangerous to harvest
"Da 'opihi man risk his life picking 'opihi"
"We picking opihi"
Origin: Hawaiian
What does "'opihi" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"'opihi" means "type of limpet" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Prized limpet, dangerous to harvest.
How do you pronounce "'opihi"?
"'opihi" is pronounced "oh-PEE-hee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "'opihi" in a sentence?
Example: "Da 'opihi man risk his life picking 'opihi"
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