stay (STEH)
sometimes: steh
Grammar A progressive aspect marker used before a verb or adjective to indicate that an action is currently happening or a state of being is ongoing.
"Tammy steh all nutz right now."
kahiko (kah-HEE-ko)
Adjective Old, ancient, antique, primitive, or from long ago.
"My tutu tell me stories bout da kahiko days, befo electricity and all dat."
vinha d'alhos (VEEN-yah DAHL-yoosh)
sometimes: vinny-ha, vinha d'alhos pork, vinha dalhos, pickled pork
Noun A traditional Portuguese marinade made of vinegar, garlic, wine, and spices.
"Da vinha d'alhos pork stay so 'ono"
bango (BANG-go)
sometimes: banggo
Exclamation A celebratory shout used when successfully hooking or landing a large fish; got one!
"Bango! Got one big ulua!"
junior boy (JOON-yah-boy)
sometimes: jr boy, junyah boy, junior-boy
Noun A family's younger son, often used as an affectionate or distinguishing nickname when the father or an older brother shares a similar name.
"My junior boy stay smart"
da cute (dah-KYOOT)
sometimes: the cute
Expression How precious; very adorable; so cute.
"Oh da cute baby!"