the
Meaning: the
grammar
intermediate
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the
"Da kine boy went to da store."
"I like da beach."
What does "the" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"the" means "the" in Hawaiian Pidgin.
How do you pronounce "the"?
"the" is pronounced "duh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "the" in a sentence?
Example: "Da kine boy went to da store."
"Pidgin often drops the 'to be' verb. Instead of saying 'He is tired', you say 'He stay tired'."
"The concept of 'Ohana' means family, but can also include close friends and the broader community."
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