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1831. Tek Weh


English Translation

Take Away


Definition

To steal the spotlight or attention from others with an exceptional performance or talent


Example Sentences

Patois: Di artist come and tek wey di show with im powerful voice
English: The artist comes and steals the show with his powerful voice



posted on July 26, 2023

1832. Mek sense


English Translation

Make sense


Definition

A phrase used to describe making sense or finding a logical solution to a situation or problem


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh haffi mek sense outta di situation and find di right way forward
English: You have to make sense out of the situation and find the right way forward



posted on July 26, 2023

1833. Mad out


English Translation

going insane


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi feel mi a mad out
English: I feel like I'm going insane



posted on July 25, 2023

1834. mumma lashy


Definition

In the lively game of Mumma Lashy, one child takes on the role of an angry mother who tries to catch and spank the other children, while the remaining children strive to escape or cleverly avoid the lasher's reach. It's a game full of excitement and laughter as players strategize and use their agility to outsmart the determined "mumma" and enjoy a playful escape.



posted on July 25, 2023

1835. Bogle


Definition

A popular dance move in dancehall characterized by sharp, angular movements and exaggerated gestures


Example Sentences

Patois: Everybody start do di bogle when di song drop
English: Everybody starts doing the bogle when the song starts



posted on July 25, 2023



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