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poke

Meaning: raw fish salad

Pronunciation: POH-keh
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Meaning

raw fish salad

Usage: Hawaiian dish

Examples

"Buy poke"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: Hawaiian

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "poke" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"poke" means "raw fish salad" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Hawaiian dish.

How do you pronounce "poke"?

"poke" is pronounced "POH-keh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "poke" in a sentence?

Example: "Buy poke"

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