rajah dat
Meaning: roger that
Meaning
Usage: This phrase means 'roger that' or 'I understand.' It's used to acknowledge understanding or agreement.
Examples
"Rajah dat, I stay on it"
"I'll pick you up at seven, rajah dat?"
"You understand da instructions? Rajah dat."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: Derived from military slang, adopted into Pidgin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "rajah dat" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"rajah dat" means "roger that" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase means 'roger that' or 'I understand.' It's used to acknowledge understanding or agreement..
How do you pronounce "rajah dat"?
"rajah dat" is pronounced "RAH-jah DAT". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "rajah dat" in a sentence?
Example: "Rajah dat, I stay on it"
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