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who da guy?

Meaning: who is that?

Pronunciation: hoo-dah-GUY
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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.

Examples

"Who da guy?"

"Who da guy dat you talkin' to?"

"Who da guy wit' da red shirt?"

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: This phrase is a Pidgin adaptation of English, reflecting the local way of speaking.

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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..

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"who da guy?" is pronounced "hoo-dah-GUY". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

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