Around the corner
Close by, just around the corner
Patois: Di squaddie deh roun di kaanah, yuh hav nutten pan yuh
English: The police is around the corner, do you have anything on you
Sailor
A person who works on a ship
Patois: Di saila dem a get ready fi di voyage.
English: The sailors are getting ready for the voyage.
Goat soup
A spicy soup made with goat meat
Patois: Mannish wata nice pon Sunday.
English: Goat soup is nice on Sunday.
Trouble
Trouble or problem, often related to financial issues
Patois: Mi inna tegereg wid di landlord 'bout di rent.
English: I’m in trouble with the landlord about the rent.
Pigeon
A bird often found in urban areas
Patois: Di pigin dem a coo pon di roof.
English: The pigeons are cooing on the roof.