trippy
Meaning: cool
Meaning
Usage: Trippy means something is cool, weird, or unusual. It can describe something visually interesting, mind-bending, or simply different.
Examples
"Dat stay trippy"
"Da sunset was so trippy last night."
"Dis movie so trippy, I no can understand!"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: This usage is borrowed from counter-culture slang, but has been adopted into Pidgin to describe a variety of experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "trippy" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"trippy" means "cool" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Trippy means something is cool, weird, or unusual. It can describe something visually interesting, mind-bending, or simply different..
How do you pronounce "trippy"?
"trippy" is pronounced "TRIP-pee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "trippy" in a sentence?
Example: "Dat stay trippy"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Questions in Pidgin often use a rising intonation at the end of a statement rather than changing word order."
Local Culture Fact
"Many Pidgin words have roots in Portuguese, Cantonese, Japanese, Filipino, and Hawaiian."
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