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2731. Welcome to Jamaica


English Translation

Welcum tuh Jamieka


Example Sentences

Patois: Welcum tuh Jamieka Bredda
English: Welcome to Jamaica brother



posted on April 20, 2023

2732. kiss mi raas [DISABLED]


English Translation

Kiss my ass


Definition

Phrase that is often used as an exclamation of surprise, shock, anger, disbelief, or frustration. The word "raas" means backside or buttocks. Kiss mi raas can be translated to mean kiss my butt or kiss my ass in English. It is considered a very vulgar expression and should only be used in informal settings with people who are comfortable with such language.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi nuh kya, kiss mi raas
English: I don' care, kiss my ass



posted on April 19, 2023

2733. Yuh dash mi weh


Definition

Phrase used to ask someone why they have made absolutely no effort to keep in touch with you


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi nah hear fram yuh, yuh dash mi weh?
English: I'm not hearing from you, did you stop talking to me?



posted on April 17, 2023

2734. Deh up suh


English Translation

up there


Definition

"Deh up suh" is a phrase commonly used in Jamaican Patois to indicate a direction or location, specifically meaning "up there" or "over there."


Example Sentences

Patois: if yuh neva know, it deh up suh
English: If you never knew, It's up there



posted on April 9, 2023

2735. hot fi mi


English Translation

antagonistic towards me


Definition

showing or feeling active opposition or hostility towards someone or something.


Example Sentences

Patois: John always waah pick fight wid mi, him always hot fi mi
English: John always seems to be picking fights with me, he's so antagonistic towards me.



posted on April 5, 2023



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