Usage: Uku refers to head lice. It's a common concern, especially among children.
"Da kid get ukus"
"Eh, you get uku, brah?"
"Gotta get rid of da uku, yeah?"
Origin: This is the Hawaiian word for lice.
What does "uku" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"uku" means "lice" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Uku refers to head lice. It's a common concern, especially among children..
How do you pronounce "uku"?
"uku" is pronounced "OO-koo". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "uku" in a sentence?
Example: "Da kid get ukus"
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