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771. Bare


English Translation

Only


Definition

Used to indicate nothing more than


Example Sentences

Patois: Him tell bare lie.
English: He tells only lies.



posted on May 12, 2024

772. Nuh


English Translation

Not


Definition

Used to negate a statement or indicate absence.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi nuh know him.
English: I do not know him.



posted on May 12, 2024

773. Bagga


English Translation

A lot of


Definition

Used to indicate a large quantity.


Example Sentences

Patois: Him have bagga style.
English: He has a lot of style.



posted on May 12, 2024

774. Likkle more


English Translation

See you later


Definition

Used to indicate a departure or farewell.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi a leff now, likkle more.
English: I am leaving now, see you later.



posted on May 12, 2024

775. Whole heap


English Translation

A lot


Definition

Used to indicate a very large quantity


Example Sentences

Patois: Whole heap a people deh yah.
English: There are a lot of people here.



posted on May 12, 2024



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