otomatic
Meaning: guaranteed
Usage: Means "guaranteed", "for sure", or "done deal" — stating that something is completely certain to happen or taken care of without question. Often said with enthusiasm.
"You need one ride to da airport? Otomatic, I pick you up!"
"We going surf Bowls today? Otomatic brah!"
"No worry about da tab, stay otomatic."
Origin: Pidgin adaptation of English "automatic".
What does "otomatic" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"otomatic" means "guaranteed" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Means "guaranteed", "for sure", or "done deal" — stating that something is completely certain to happen or taken care of without question. Often said with enthusiasm..
How do you pronounce "otomatic"?
"otomatic" is pronounced "oh-toh-MAH-tik". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "otomatic" in a sentence?
Example: "You need one ride to da airport? Otomatic, I pick you up!"
garanz
guaranteed, for sure, certain, no doubt, definitely
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Don't worry, No problem, Everything is fine, Relax
mo' bettah
much better, far superior, preferable
no lie
no lie, it's the truth, I'm serious
nuff said
say no more, enough said, completely agreed, understood
off da hook
excellent, amazing, incredible
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