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1. Tappa Tap


English Translation

Top quality


Definition

Extremely fashionable or high-quality clothing


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi shirt a di tappa tap style.
English: My shirt is the top-quality style.



posted on October 30, 2024

2. Runna


English Translation

Runner


Definition

Someone who runs, whether for sport or errands.


Example Sentences

Patois: Shi a fast runna, always a win race.
English: She’s a fast runner, always winning races.



posted on October 30, 2024

3. Sketel Suit


English Translation

Revealing attire


Definition

Outfits worn by women that show a lot of skin


Example Sentences

Patois: She wear a sketel suit pon di road.
English: She’s wearing a revealing outfit on the road.



posted on October 29, 2024

4. Jokah


English Translation

Joker


Definition

Someone who jokes around or doesn’t take things seriously.


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh is a jokah, always a mek mi laugh.
English: You’re a joker, always making me laugh.



posted on October 29, 2024

5. Bangle


English Translation

Bracelet


Definition

A ring-like bracelet


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi luv yuh gold bangle.
English: I love your gold bracelet.



posted on October 28, 2024