slippahs
Meaning: flip-flops
Usage: This refers to flip-flops or sandals, essential footwear in Hawaii. It's a ubiquitous part of island life.
"Wear slippahs"
"I gotta go buy new slippahs, dese ones all broke."
"No wear shoes inside da house, wear slippahs!"
Origin: This is a Pidgin adaptation of the English word "slippers," reflecting the casual lifestyle of the islands.
What does "slippahs" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"slippahs" means "flip-flops" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This refers to flip-flops or sandals, essential footwear in Hawaii. It's a ubiquitous part of island life..
How do you pronounce "slippahs"?
"slippahs" is pronounced "SLIP-ahz". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "slippahs" in a sentence?
Example: "Wear slippahs"
rubbah slippahs
flip flops, sandals, flip-flops
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short pants
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loose Hawaiian dress
geta
traditional Japanese wooden sandals, wooden slippers
pa'u
skirt, sarong
zoris
flat-soled sandals, slippers, flip-flops, informal footwear
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