tutu wahine
Meaning: grandmother
Usage: An affectionate and respectful term for a grandmother or elderly matriarch in the family.
"Tutu wahine stay cooking in da kitchen."
"We go visit tutu wahine this weekend."
Origin: Hawaiian (tūtū = grandparent, wahine = female)
What does "tutu wahine" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"tutu wahine" means "grandmother" in Hawaiian Pidgin. An affectionate and respectful term for a grandmother or elderly matriarch in the family..
How do you pronounce "tutu wahine"?
"tutu wahine" is pronounced "TOO-too wah-HEE-nay". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "tutu wahine" in a sentence?
Example: "Tutu wahine stay cooking in da kitchen."
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