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381. Mereena


English Translation

Undershirt


Definition

A type of light undershirt


Example Sentences

Patois: It hot, mi just a wear a mereena.
English: It’s hot, I’m just wearing an undershirt.



posted on June 8, 2024

382. Bush bath


English Translation

Herbal bath


Definition

A bath made with various herbs for spiritual cleansing


Example Sentences

Patois: Him tek a bush bath fi wash 'way di bad luck.
English: He takes an herbal bath to wash away the bad luck.



posted on June 8, 2024

383. Deh suh


English Translation

There


Definition

In that place or position


Example Sentences

Patois: Di ting yuh a look fah deh deh suh
English: The thing you are looking for is there



posted on June 8, 2024

384. Vendah


English Translation

Vendor


Definition

A person who sells things, especially on the street


Example Sentences

Patois: Di vendah a sell mango dung a di market.
English: The vendor is selling mangoes down at the market.



posted on June 8, 2024

385. Bruk pocket


English Translation

Poor person


Definition

Someone who is always broke


Example Sentences

Patois: Bruk pocket can’t afford di rent dis month.
English: The poor person can’t afford the rent this month.



posted on June 8, 2024



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