uku pau
Meaning: to pay off completely
Usage: Uku pau means to pay off something completely, such as a debt or a bill.
"uku pau stay to pay off completely"
"I wen' uku pau da loan, yeah!"
"Gotta uku pau da bill, fo' get peace of mind."
Origin: This phrase combines the Hawaiian word 'uku' (to pay) with 'pau' (finished or complete).
What does "uku pau" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"uku pau" means "to pay off completely" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Uku pau means to pay off something completely, such as a debt or a bill..
How do you pronounce "uku pau"?
"uku pau" is pronounced "OO-koo POW". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "uku pau" in a sentence?
Example: "uku pau stay to pay off completely"
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