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1961. draw mi out


English Translation

provoke me


Definition

To provoke or challenge someone: In this context, "draw mi out" can mean to intentionally provoke or challenge someone to elicit a response or engage them in a confrontation. It implies that someone is attempting to get a reaction or bring forth a particular behavior or emotion from another person.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi can si yuh a try draw mi out
English: I can see that you're trying to provoke me



posted on July 13, 2023

1962. flick bat


English Translation

to kill


Definition

Slang term for expressing a desire to harm or kill someone or something in Jamaican Patois. This term suggests a strong intention to cause harm to the point of turning the target into a ghost, symbolized by a bat.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi go flick dem bat
English: I'm going to kill them



posted on July 13, 2023

1963. Lunatic


Definition

Lunatic is a thought-provoking drama exploring mental health and societal issues in Jamaica.



posted on July 13, 2023

1964. Dreadlocks


English Translation

Dreadlocks


Definition

Long, matted, or twisted hair worn as a symbol of Rastafarian lifestyle and spiritual dedication


Example Sentences

Patois: Di reggae artist have long, beautiful dreadlocks
English: The reggae artist has long, beautiful dreadlocks



posted on July 13, 2023

1965. buss


Definition

To become successful or widely recognized, especially in the music industry


Example Sentences

Patois: Di artist finally buss and get international recognition
English: The artist finally becomes successful and gets international recognition



posted on July 13, 2023



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