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wiki wiki

Meaning: hurry up

Pronunciation: WEE-kee-WEE-kee

Meaning

• hurry up
• fast
• quickly
• hurry

Usage: "Wiki wiki" means "hurry up" or "fast." It emphasizes the need for speed or urgency. It's a common expression used to encourage someone to act quickly.

Examples

"Wiki wiki, we going be late"

"Wiki wiki, we gotta go!"

"Hurry up, wiki wiki!"

"Wikiwiki!"

"Drive wikiwiki, we late!"

"I gotta go wikiwiki to da store."

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: This phrase comes from the Hawaiian language, where "wiki" means "quick" or "fast."

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "wiki wiki" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"wiki wiki" means "hurry up" in Hawaiian Pidgin. "Wiki wiki" means "hurry up" or "fast." It emphasizes the need for speed or urgency. It's a common expression used to encourage someone to act quickly..

How do you pronounce "wiki wiki"?

"wiki wiki" is pronounced "WEE-kee-WEE-kee". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "wiki wiki" in a sentence?

Example: "Wiki wiki, we going be late"

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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner

Pidgin Grammar Tip

"To indicate past tense, Pidgin often uses 'wen' before the verb (e.g., 'I wen go' for 'I went')."

Local Culture Fact

"A 'Hui' is a club, association, or group of people working toward a common goal."

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