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rajah dat

Meaning: roger that

Pronunciation: RAH-jah DAT
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Meaning

roger that
I understand
got it

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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