Pidgin

SHAVE ICE

shave ice – Pidgin English Definition

shave ice
(shave ice)

Definition: a cool treat/dessert made by pouring sweetened flavoring over shaved ice. Other additions may include azuki beans and condensed milk.
Used In A Sentence: Ho, it’s so hot. We go get some shave ice.
In English?: Wow, it’s way too hot today. What say we pick up some shave ice for the gang?

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