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1131. Yuh zeet?


English Translation

Do you understand?



posted on November 8, 2023

1132. AUGUST TOWN


Definition

August Town is a village in St. Andrew, Jamaica, that is named to commemorate the date of the emancipation of the slaves on August 1, 1838. Emancipation Day was formerly one of the most important holidays in Jamaica, but it ceased to be a holiday after the country gained independence in 1962.



posted on November 8, 2023

1133. Yuh wudda


English Translation

You would hove



posted on November 7, 2023

1134. ARROWROOT


Definition

Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) is a native plant of Brazil that was once commonly grown in Jamaica. It has been used by indigenous peoples in the West Indies and Central America for centuries for both food and medicine. Arrowroot is a starchy root vegetable that can be ground into a flour or powder and used to thicken soups, sauces, and stews. It is also a popular ingredient in baby food and other dietary products.



posted on November 7, 2023

1135. Gud Mawnin


English Translation

Good morning



posted on November 6, 2023



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