try
Meaning: please
Meaning
Usage: Try is used as a polite way to make a request or give a suggestion, similar to 'please' or 'would you'.
Examples
"Try pass da salt"
"Try come ovah hea' latah."
"Try gimme one plate rice, yeah?"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: This usage is a simplified adaptation of the English phrase 'try to'.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "try" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"try" means "please" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Try is used as a polite way to make a request or give a suggestion, similar to 'please' or 'would you'..
How do you pronounce "try"?
"try" is pronounced "TRY". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "try" in a sentence?
Example: "Try pass da salt"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"The word 'pau' means finished or done, and is one of the most common loanwords from Hawaiian."
Local Culture Fact
"The kahakÅ (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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