who da guy?
Meaning: who is that?
Usage: "Who da guy?" is used to ask "Who is that person?" It's a common way to identify someone. It's a straightforward question seeking information.
"Who da guy?"
"Who da guy dat you talkin' to?"
"Who da guy wit' da red shirt?"
Origin: This phrase is a Pidgin adaptation of English, reflecting the local way of speaking.
What does "who da guy?" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"who da guy?" means "who is that?" in Hawaiian Pidgin. "Who da guy?" is used to ask "Who is that person?" It's a common way to identify someone. It's a straightforward question seeking information..
How do you pronounce "who da guy?"?
"who da guy?" is pronounced "hoo-dah-GUY". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "who da guy?" in a sentence?
Example: "Who da guy?"
you stay go?
are you going?
wea
where
you like eat, eh?
you want to eat, right?, do you want to eat?, hungry?
accidentally on purpose
doing something on purpose but making it look accidental
all jam up
crowded, congested
brah, you naman?
brah, it's your turn again?, your turn again
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