tanks
Meaning: thanks
Usage: This is the Pidgin way of saying 'thanks' or 'thank you.'
"Tanks eh"
"Tanks fo' da ride!"
"Tanks fo' help me."
Origin: A simplified pronunciation of the English word 'thanks'.
What does "tanks" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"tanks" means "thanks" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This is the Pidgin way of saying 'thanks' or 'thank you.'.
How do you pronounce "tanks"?
"tanks" is pronounced "TANKS". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "tanks" in a sentence?
Example: "Tanks eh"
"Using 'mo' before an adjective creates a comparative, like 'mo bettah' for 'better'."
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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