wahine toa
Meaning: strong woman
Usage: A powerful, brave, capable woman who demonstrates strength, resilience, and leadership.
"She paddle through da rough surf like one true wahine toa."
"Aunty is one wahine toa, she handle everything."
Origin: Hawaiian and Polynesian (toa = warrior / champion)
What does "wahine toa" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"wahine toa" means "strong woman" in Hawaiian Pidgin. A powerful, brave, capable woman who demonstrates strength, resilience, and leadership..
How do you pronounce "wahine toa"?
"wahine toa" is pronounced "wah-HEE-nay TOH-ah". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "wahine toa" in a sentence?
Example: "She paddle through da rough surf like one true wahine toa."
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