uncle
Meaning: any older man you respect
Usage: This term is used to address or refer to any older man you respect, even if he's not actually your uncle.
"Uncle Joe stay fixing cars"
"Uncle, can you help me?"
"I wen' ask Uncle fo' advice."
Origin: Reflects the importance of family and respect for elders in Hawaiian culture.
What does "uncle" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"uncle" means "any older man you respect" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This term is used to address or refer to any older man you respect, even if he's not actually your uncle..
How do you pronounce "uncle"?
"uncle" is pronounced "UN-kul". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "uncle" in a sentence?
Example: "Uncle Joe stay fixing cars"
howzit, uncle?
how are you, mister?, how's it going, sir?, hello, older gentleman
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cuz, cousin, friend
kūpuna
elder, grandparent, ancestor
manong
older Filipino man, older brother, respectful term for Filipino elder
tūtū
grandmother, grandfather, grandparent, grandma, grandpa, old lady
beach boy
Waikiki surfing instructor, waterman ambassador, surf guide
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