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stoked

Meaning: excited

Pronunciation: STOKED
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Meaning

excited
happy

Usage: This word means 'excited' or 'happy.' It's used to express a high level of enthusiasm or joy.

Examples

"I stay stoked fo da concert!"

"I so stoked fo' go surf!"

"She stay stoked 'bout da concert, yeah?"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: This is a Pidgin adaptation of the English word "stoked," which means excited or enthusiastic, especially about surfing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "stoked" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"stoked" means "excited" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This word means 'excited' or 'happy.' It's used to express a high level of enthusiasm or joy..

How do you pronounce "stoked"?

"stoked" is pronounced "STOKED". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "stoked" in a sentence?

Example: "I stay stoked fo da concert!"

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