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1. Yard queen


English Translation

Home manager


Definition

The woman who manages the household


Example Sentences

Patois: Di yard queen a keep tings in order.
English: The home manager is keeping things in order.



posted on July 26, 2024

2. Tan pon yuh foot


English Translation

Stand on your feet


Definition

A phrase encouraging someone to be independent


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh haffi tan pon yuh foot when yuh a cook.
English: You have to stand on your feet when you cook.



posted on July 25, 2024

3. Wise one


English Translation

Sage


Definition

A person known for their wisdom and insight


Example Sentences

Patois: Di wise one always have di right words.
English: The sage always has the right words.



posted on July 25, 2024

4. Stinkin’ toe


English Translation

Locust fruit


Definition

A fruit with a strong odor but sweet taste


Example Sentences

Patois: Stinkin’ toe weird but it taste good.
English: Locust fruit is weird but it tastes good.



posted on July 24, 2024

5. Thunda


English Translation

Powerful person


Definition

Someone with a powerful presence or influence


Example Sentences

Patois: When di thunda talk, everybody listen.
English: When the powerful person talks, everybody listens.



posted on July 24, 2024