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slang for the best you da

Meaning: The best

Pronunciation: DAH-bes
expressions intermediate

Meaning

• The best
• The greatest
• Excellent

Examples

"Eh brah, dat new car you got, da bes, you da!"

"Dis plate lunch, da bes, no joke!"

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What does "slang for the best you da" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"slang for the best you da" means "The best" in Hawaiian Pidgin.

How do you pronounce "slang for the best you da"?

"slang for the best you da" is pronounced "DAH-bes". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "slang for the best you da" in a sentence?

Example: "Eh brah, dat new car you got, da bes, you da!"

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