Curious about the hottest Jamaican slang terms? Look no further! This list explores the top 5 Jamaican Patois words trending in 2023
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- “ Dat is it „
- English Translation: That's it
- Definition "Dat is it" is a common phrase in Jamaican Patois, and it's often used to express agreement or approval. It's similar to saying "That's it" or "That's right" in English. So, if someone says something you agree with or you just want to acknowledge what they said, you can respond with "Dat is it" in Jamaican Patois. It's a simple way to show you're on the same page!
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Example Sentences
(Patois) Ah, dat is it! Wi mek di best jerk chicken inna town!
(English) That's right, We make the best jerk chicken in town
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- “ Radam „
- English Translation: null
- Definition Slang term used to declare that something or someone has gotten exactly what they deserved. It may also be used as an expression after something funny, over the top or a transformation takes place. This expression was created by internet sensation "Peanut Dread" in one of his viral videos.
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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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- “ Gaza „
- English Translation: null
- Definition Slang expression originally used to describe a southern city in Jamaica called Portmore (hometown of Jamaican DJ Vybz Kartel). Nowadays is used to refer to a crew/movement started by Vybz Kartel which featured popular Jamaican entertainers such as Popcaan and Tommy Lee.
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Example Sentences
(Patois) Mek mi tell yu bout Gaza
(English) Let me tell you about Portmore
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- “ Mi G „
- English Translation: My General
- Definition Slang term use to refer to a respected person
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Example Sentences
(Patois) Mi G, wah yuh waah?
(English) My General, what do you want?
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- “ Yuh dun know „
- English Translation: You already know
- Definition Slang expression used to emphasize the validity of a fact. Used somewhat like " Of course", its translation would be "you already know" or "you know it!"
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Example Sentences
(Patois) Yuh dun know seh wi ago deh deh tonite!
(English) You already know that we will be there tonight!
