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601. Senseh Fowl


English Translation

Chicken


Definition

A chicken with sparse, uneven, ruffled feathers.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di senseh fowl a peck pon di grung.
English: The ruffled-feather chicken is pecking on the ground.



posted on May 20, 2024

602. Bashment


English Translation

Party


Definition

A large party or dance.


Example Sentences

Patois: Tonite wi a guh tuh a bashment.
English: Tonight we are going to a party.



posted on May 20, 2024

603. Ratchet


English Translation

Pocket knife


Definition

A folding knife with a ratcheting mechanism for locking


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi ratchet sharp like razor.
English: My pocket knife is sharp like a razor.



posted on May 20, 2024

604. Guzu


English Translation

Evil magic


Definition

The use of supernatural powers for evil purposes


Example Sentences

Patois: Nuh badda wid di guzu, it only bring trouble.
English: Don’t bother with the evil magic, it only brings trouble.



posted on May 20, 2024

605. Sun dung


English Translation

Sundown


Definition

Sunset


Example Sentences

Patois: Sun dung a di prettiest sight.
English: Sundown is the prettiest sight.



posted on May 20, 2024



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