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shaka

Slang

Meaning
A friendly hand gesture / greeting (also said aloud).
Type
Slang
Used in
Hawaii

What does “shaka” mean

Pinky and thumb extended, three middle fingers folded. Hawaiian greeting meaning roughly "hang loose," "thanks," or "all good." Often said as well as gestured.

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