Deep Dive: Wahine
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wahine
Meaning: woman
Meaning
Usage: Wahine means woman or female. It's a respectful term.
Examples
"Da wahine"
"She one beautiful wahine."
"Da wahine wen' win da race."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: This is the Hawaiian word for woman.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "wahine" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"wahine" means "woman" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Wahine means woman or female. It's a respectful term..
How do you pronounce "wahine"?
"wahine" is pronounced "wah-HEE-neh". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "wahine" in a sentence?
Example: "Da wahine"
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Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Plurals in Pidgin are often formed by adding 'them' or 'dem' after the noun (e.g., 'The boy dem')."
Local Culture Fact
"The kahakō (vowel with a macron) indicates a long vowel sound in Hawaiian words."
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