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Objects Words/Phrases
in Jamaican Patois

A tool used to grate or shred coconut meat

A heavy, cast-iron cooking pot with a tight-fitting lid

English Translation flip flops

A prepaid cellular phone, replaced frequently to avoid leaving a trail and getting ca...

English Translation Dresser

A brand of rolling paper for joints/weed, in Kingston synonymous with rolling paper.

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Share the Warmth of Jamaican Christmas with These Festive Greetings

Jamaican Nicknames That Capture the Essence of Island Life

Understanding Jamaican Patois Beyond Stereotypes

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Get ready to put your knowledge of Jamaica to the ultimate test! From the enchan...

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