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2526. Ash Wednesday


Definition

Important religious holiday observed in Jamaica, signifying the start of Lent with church services.



posted on July 1, 2023

2527. Breadfruit


Definition

A tropical fruit that is often roasted, fried, or boiled and served as a side dish.


Example Sentences

Patois: "Mi granny mek di best roast breadfruit."
English: My grandmother makes the best roasted breadfruit.



posted on July 1, 2023

2528. Great-granny


English Translation

Great-grandmother


Definition

Refers to one's grandmother's mother.


Example Sentences

Patois: "Mi great-granny has a wealth of wisdom."
English: "My great-grandmother has a wealth of wisdom."



posted on July 1, 2023

2529. Brawta


Definition

Something extra or additional.


Example Sentences

Patois: Him gi mi brawta inna di package
English: He gave me something extra in the package.



posted on July 1, 2023

2530. Choosday


English Translation

Tuesday


Definition

The day following Monday and preceding Wednesday


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi a guh a di movies pon Choosday.
English: I'm going to the movies on Tuesday.



posted on July 1, 2023



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