#Slang
Found 442 words matching this tag.
ʻOpihi
(oh-PEE-hee)
An edible limpet or mollusk found clinging tightly to ocean rocks, highly prized as a local delicacy.
zori
(ZOH-ree)
Casual rubber footwear; flip-flops or slippers (commonly referred to as slippahs in Hawaii).
you know dat
(yoo-no-DAT)
Yes, definitely; absolutely; I strongly agree with what you just said.
yobo
(YOH-boh)
A person of Korean descent; a local term used to describe someone who is Korean.
yessah blessah
(yeh-SAH bleh-SAH)
An exclamation of extreme happiness, agreement, or approval; an enthusiastic yes.
yeah, no?
(YEAH-no)
Oh yes, I completely agree; that is correct. Often used to validate someone else's statement or observation.
yeah
(YAH)
A versatile tag question used at the end of a sentence to seek agreement, confirm understanding, or emphasize a point.
ya
(YAH)
Right? or yeah? Used at the end of a sentence to seek agreement, confirmation, or to keep the listener engaged.
wop yo jaw
(WOP-yo-JAW)
I told you so; an expression of vindication or triumph when someone else is proven wrong after ignoring advice.
whatevahz
(wot-EH-vahs)
Fine, okay then, whatever; an expression of dismissal, resignation, or agreement when one no longer cares to argue.
wat, you jealous?
(WAHT, yoo JEL-us)
Are you jealous? Used playfully or defensively when someone is eyeing what you have or criticizing you out of envy.
unrealz
(ahn-REELZ)
Crazy, unbelievable, or mind-blowing; used to express extreme surprise, frustration, or awe.
unko
(UHN-koh)
An older man; a term of respect used for any male elder, regardless of blood relation.
uku pau
(OO-koo POW)
A flat-rate payment system where workers are paid for completing a specific job regardless of how long it takes.
uku
(OO-koo)
The blue-green snapper (Aprion virescens), a popular and delicious bottom fish caught in Hawaiian waters.
ujee
(OO-jee)
Disgusting, gross, dirty, or unappealing, often used to describe food, messes, or unsanitary conditions.
trow me off
(TRO-mee-OFF)
To distract someone; to make someone lose their train of thought or concentration.