Slave Master
An expression used to refer to any white person, particularly one in a position of authority. It is also used to refer to a slave master or slave driver.
Patois: Di bass hav wi a wuk lakka him a real backra
English: The boss has us working like he is a real slave master.
elastic band / rubber band
Patois: Mi cyaan borrow waah lastic?
English: Can I borrow an elastic band?
illegal taxi
Slang expression for a vehicle that is operating as a taxi without the proper license that is required.
Patois: Di police jus aress ten man who did a run robot
English: The police just arrested ten men who were operating illegal taxis
Pent-up sexual tension or energy.
Patois: Mi nuh deh wid nobady fi a while now, a bai alie deh inna mi
English: I haven't been with anyone for a while now, I'm thirsty as hell.
Jamaica
Slang term for Jamaica similar to “Jamrock” or “Jamdown”
Patois: Mi ago pan vacation inna Jamdung
English: I am going on vacation in Jamaica