pio
Meaning: out, extinguished (light, fire)
"Eh, pio da light befo you go sleep."
Origin: Hawaiian pio (extinguished, gone out)
What does "pio" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"pio" means "out, extinguished (light, fire)" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "pio"?
"pio" is pronounced "PEE-oh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "pio" in a sentence?
Example: "Eh, pio da light befo you go sleep."
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to play a joke on someone, to tease, to mess around with
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roll, hang out, cruise
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