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561. Yestideh


English Translation

Yesterday


Definition

Another term for yesterday


Example Sentences

Patois: Yestideh mi did tired.
English: Yesterday I was tired.



posted on May 23, 2024

562. Haf-sista


English Translation

Half-sister


Definition

A sister who is the daughter of one of one’s parents but not both


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi haf-sista a come fram Faren.
English: My half-sister is coming from abroad.



posted on May 23, 2024

563. Batty Rider


English Translation

Short shorts


Definition

Very short shorts


Example Sentences

Patois: Shi a rock har batty rider pon di beach.
English: She's rocking her short shorts on the beach.



posted on May 23, 2024

564. Side a


English Translation

Beside


Definition

Next to or adjacent


Example Sentences

Patois: Di barbershop deh side a di bakery
English: The barber shop is beside the bakery



posted on May 23, 2024

565. Barba


English Translation

Barber


Definition

A person who cuts hair, especially men’s


Example Sentences

Patois: Di barba a trim mi bredrin.
English: The barber is trimming my friend.



posted on May 23, 2024



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