wassamattayou
Meaning: what's wrong with you
Usage: "Wassamattayou" is a direct translation of "What's the matter with you?" It's used to inquire about someone's well-being or to find out why they might be upset or acting strangely. It's a common expression of concern.
"Wassamattayou?"
"Wassamattayou, you look kinda sad?"
"Wassamattayou, you no like da food?"
Origin: This phrase is derived from English, adapted and integrated into the Pidgin vocabulary.
What does "wassamattayou" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"wassamattayou" means "what's wrong with you" in Hawaiian Pidgin. "Wassamattayou" is a direct translation of "What's the matter with you?" It's used to inquire about someone's well-being or to find out why they might be upset or acting strangely. It's a common expression of concern..
How do you pronounce "wassamattayou"?
"wassamattayou" is pronounced "WAH-sah-MAH-tah-you". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "wassamattayou" in a sentence?
Example: "Wassamattayou?"
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go for it, take a chance, try it, risk it, You should try it
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the thing, whatchamacallit
geev 'um
give it to them, go for it, beat them up, give it your all
rubbah slippahs
flip flops, sandals, flip-flops
talk story
chat, converse
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doing something on purpose but making it look accidental
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