So ono, broke da mouth
Meaning: That's really delicious
Usage: This phrase is a superlative way to describe food that is exceptionally delicious. It emphasizes the intense flavor and enjoyment, suggesting the food is so good it 'breaks the mouth' with its deliciousness.
"Dis poke so ono, broke da mouth!"
"Da kalua pig so ono, broke da mouth, gotta get seconds!"
"Auntie's malasadas so ono, broke da mouth, I wen' eat 'em all!"
Origin: This Pidgin phrase highlights the importance of food in Hawaiian culture and the expressive nature of the language. The phrase's origin reflects the influence of various cultures on the islands.
What does "So ono, broke da mouth" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"So ono, broke da mouth" means "That's really delicious" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase is a superlative way to describe food that is exceptionally delicious. It emphasizes the intense flavor and enjoyment, suggesting the food is so good it 'breaks the mouth' with its deliciousness..
How do you pronounce "So ono, broke da mouth"?
"So ono, broke da mouth" is pronounced "soh OH-no, broke dah mout". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "So ono, broke da mouth" in a sentence?
Example: "Dis poke so ono, broke da mouth!"
broke da mouth
incredibly delicious
so ono
Very delicious, very tasty
broke
no money, broke, poor
broke da mout'
extremely delicious, so good it broke your mouth
'opihi
type of limpet, Hawaiian limpet, limpet (shellfish)
a'u
marlin, blue marlin
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