palu
Meaning: chum
Usage: Fishing chum: chopped fish parts or other bait thrown in the water to draw fish. An everyday word for anyone who fishes in Hawaiʻi.
"Bring da palu, we go throw um in fo bring up da fish."
"Your hands stink like palu, go wash!"
"Uncle make his own palu wit aku guts and bread."
Origin: Hawaiian palu, a bait or relish of chopped fish head and innards.
What does "palu" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"palu" means "chum" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Fishing chum: chopped fish parts or other bait thrown in the water to draw fish. An everyday word for anyone who fishes in Hawaiʻi..
How do you pronounce "palu"?
"palu" is pronounced "PAH-loo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "palu" in a sentence?
Example: "Bring da palu, we go throw um in fo bring up da fish."
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