podagee

Hawaiian Creole

Adjective

podagee

1. things related to or from Portugal, used mainly for Portugal-related things found in Hawaii

   You know John? I tink he Podagee.

   Do you know John? I think he’s Portuguese.

2. (ethnic slur, offensive) stupid, dumb

Usage notes

• In Hawaii, the term “podagee” also carries the meaning of “stupid” due to negative stereotypes about the Portuguese.