talk stink
Meaning: gossip
Usage: "Talk stink" describes the act of spreading malicious gossip or rumors about someone, often behind their back. It implies a negative intent to damage a person's reputation or cause them harm through words.
"No talk stink about my cousin"
"She stay talk stink about everybody"
"Why you like talk stink?"
"Eh, you hear 'em talk stink 'bout Uncle Joe? Dey say he wen' lose all his money!"
"Stop talkin' stink, brah! You always like spread lies 'bout da people."
Origin: This Pidgin phrase likely evolved from the English phrase "talk stink," with "stink" metaphorically representing the unpleasantness and negativity associated with gossip. It reflects the close-knit nature of Hawaiian communities where reputations are easily affected.
What does "talk stink" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"talk stink" means "gossip" in Hawaiian Pidgin. "Talk stink" describes the act of spreading malicious gossip or rumors about someone, often behind their back. It implies a negative intent to damage a person's reputation or cause them harm through words..
How do you pronounce "talk stink"?
"talk stink" is pronounced "TALK-stink". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "talk stink" in a sentence?
Example: "No talk stink about my cousin"
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mean, rude, nasty, in a bad mood
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go crazy, get angry, act wild
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aimless wandering, cruise around, to venture out, go cruising
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to play a joke on someone, to tease, to mess around with
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