so ono
Meaning: Very delicious
Usage: "So ono" is a strong expression of enjoyment when eating food. It emphasizes that the food is exceptionally delicious, going beyond just being tasty. It's a common phrase used in everyday conversations about food.
"Dis plate lunch stay so ono!"
"Da poke bowl was so ono, I wen' eat 'em all!"
"Eh brah, dat shave ice so ono, gotta get one mo'!"
Origin: This Pidgin phrase combines the intensifier "so" with the Hawaiian word "ono," meaning delicious. It reflects the influence of the Hawaiian language on Pidgin and its emphasis on food and sharing meals.
What does "so ono" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"so ono" means "Very delicious" in Hawaiian Pidgin. "So ono" is a strong expression of enjoyment when eating food. It emphasizes that the food is exceptionally delicious, going beyond just being tasty. It's a common phrase used in everyday conversations about food..
How do you pronounce "so ono"?
"so ono" is pronounced "so oh-no". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "so ono" in a sentence?
Example: "Dis plate lunch stay so ono!"
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