A pidgin is a simplified language that develops as a means of communication between speakers of different native languages. It typically arises in situations where people need to communicate for trade, work, or other interactions but do not share a common language. Pidgins have limited vocabulary and simplified grammar, making them easier to learn and use. Pidgins often borrow words and structures from the languages involved, creating a unique blend. Over time, if a pidgin becomes stable and is learned as a first language by a community, it can evolve into a creole, which is a fully developed language. Examples of pidgins include Tok Pisin in Papua New Guinea and Hawaiian Pidgin in Hawaii.