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wiki wiki

Meaning: hurry up

Pronunciation: WEE-kee-WEE-kee
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Meaning

hurry up
fast

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!"

Origin & Cultural Context

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

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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 Grammar Tip

"Plurals in Pidgin are often formed by adding 'them' or 'dem' after the noun (e.g., 'The boy dem')."

Local Culture Fact

"Hawaiian Pidgin (HWC) originated on sugar plantations as a way for diverse ethnic groups to communicate."

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