ting
Meaning: Thing
Usage: The standard Pidgin pronunciation of 'thing', used to refer to any object, gadget, or topic.
"Pass me dat ting over dere on da table."
"What dis ting stay called again?"
Origin: Hawaiian Pidgin th-stopping of English 'thing'
What does "ting" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"ting" means "Thing" in Hawaiian Pidgin. The standard Pidgin pronunciation of 'thing', used to refer to any object, gadget, or topic..
How do you pronounce "ting"?
"ting" is pronounced "ting". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "ting" in a sentence?
Example: "Pass me dat ting over dere on da table."
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