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- “Radam „
- Definition The Jamaican slang Radam is a form of expression which became popular from a TikTok meme.
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Example Sentences
(Patois) Anything sweet yuh gwaan sour yuh rass, Radam!
(English) Anything that you feel good about is going to bring disgrace.
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- “Nawmal a lie „
- English Translation: This is normal, is that a lie?
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Definition
Slang phrase popularize by Dancehall Artist Jashii , which, when punctuated is written as “Nawmal, a lie?”.
This particular phrase is use to ask or state that a particular scenario is very common. -
Example Sentences
(Patois) Mi spen 100 gran pan clothes todeh, nawmal a lie?
(English) I spent $100K on clothes today, this is normal, is that a lie?
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- “Kotch E Hat A Lie „
- English Translation: Angles the hat, is it a lie
- Definition Slang phrase, which is an advancement of the popular slang “Normal a lie”. This phrase is used to showcase ones expertise in a specific task that they’re doing. The person using this phrase may wear their hat at an angle.
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Example Sentences
(Patois) *Ben does something awesome*, Paul: “Kotch e hat a lie?”
(English) *Ben does something awesome*, Paul: “Kotch e hat a lie?”
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- “Guzu „
- English Translation: Black Magic
- Definition the use of supernatural powers or magic for evil and selfish purposes; or magic associated with the devil or other evil spirits.
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Example Sentences
(Patois) I've been unlucky ever since, feels like they used black magic on me
(English) Mi salt fram wen, feel like dem guzu mi
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- “Duh di rite ting „
- English Translation: Do the right thing
- Learn correct word pronunciation
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- Handy everyday phrases
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