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1636. Alexander Bustamante


Definition

Sir Alexander Bustamante is a Jamaican national hero and a prominent political figure. He was a labor leader and the founder of the Jamaica Labour Party.



posted on August 22, 2023

1637. Wine up


English Translation

Wining


Definition

A dancehall dance move characterized by rotating the hips in a circular motion, often performed in a sensual or suggestive manner


Example Sentences

Patois: She a wine up har waist and tun up di place
English: She's winding up her waist and heating up the place



posted on August 22, 2023

1638. Iyah


Definition

The divine presence or spirit of Jah (God), often invoked as a form of greeting or acknowledgment


Example Sentences

Patois: Blessings, mi bredda! Iyah guide and protect yuh
English: Blessings, my brother! May the divine presence guide and protect you



posted on August 22, 2023

1639. A try yuh a try style me?


English Translation

Are you trying to disrespect me?



posted on August 22, 2023

1640. Can gwaan eeh


English Translation

Show off


Example Sentences

Patois: Shi can gwaan eeh
English: She loves to show off



posted on August 22, 2023



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