ya
Meaning: right?
Usage: This is a tag question, similar to 'right?' or 'yeah?' in English. It's used to seek agreement or confirmation.
"That was good, ya?"
"You goin' to da beach, ya?"
"Da food good, ya?"
Origin: A direct adaptation of the English 'yeah' or 'you know'.
What does "ya" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"ya" means "right?" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This is a tag question, similar to 'right?' or 'yeah?' in English. It's used to seek agreement or confirmation..
How do you pronounce "ya"?
"ya" is pronounced "YAH". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "ya" in a sentence?
Example: "That was good, ya?"
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