yeah you
Meaning: you're right
Meaning
Usage: "Yeah you" is a versatile Pidgin phrase used to express agreement, affirmation, or to emphasize a point. It's similar to saying "you're right" or "I agree", but it carries a more casual and emphatic tone, often used at the end of a statement.
Examples
"He wen bust his board, yeah you?"
"Da traffic was bad, yeah you!"
"Yeah you, dat's exactly what happened"
"Yeah you, brah, da food ono!"
"I told 'em already, yeah you, dey no listen."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: This phrase likely evolved from the English phrase "yeah, you", but it has been thoroughly integrated into Hawaiian Pidgin, reflecting the local culture's emphasis on directness and camaraderie.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "yeah you" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"yeah you" means "you're right" in Hawaiian Pidgin. "Yeah you" is a versatile Pidgin phrase used to express agreement, affirmation, or to emphasize a point. It's similar to saying "you're right" or "I agree", but it carries a more casual and emphatic tone, often used at the end of a statement..
How do you pronounce "yeah you"?
"yeah you" is pronounced "yeah-YOU". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "yeah you" in a sentence?
Example: "He wen bust his board, yeah you?"
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Related Pidgin Words
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
buss um out
break it out, start
das why hard
that's why it's difficult
go fo broke
give it your all
Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"The 'Aloha Spirit' is actually part of Hawaii state law (HRS [ยง 5-7.5])."
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