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11. Nuttin


English Translation

nothing


Example Sentences

Patois: Nuttin cyaan guh wrong.
English: Nothing can't go wrong.



posted on February 27, 2017

12. Skanking


Definition

A form of dancing originating in Jamaica, now most notably done in Ska/Reggae shows.


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh saw dat bwoy skanking to dis [riddim]?
English: Have you seen this boy dancing to the beat?



posted on February 26, 2017

13. Rizzla


Definition

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


Example Sentences

Patois: Pass mi di rizzla fi roll up a spliff.
English: Give me the papers to roll a joint.



posted on February 25, 2017

14. Overstand


English Translation

understand


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh overstand wah mi waah seh?
English: Do you understand what I want to say?



posted on February 25, 2017

15. Nyam


English Translation

eat


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh got any food fi nyam?
English: Do you have any food to eat?



posted on February 25, 2017