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806. Dem


English Translation

Their


Definition

Indicates possession by a group.


Example Sentences

Patois: Dem house big.
English: Their house is big.



posted on May 12, 2024

807. Sevral


English Translation

Several


Definition

Indicates an unspecified number, more than two but not many


Example Sentences

Patois: Sevral times mi tell yuh.
English: Several times I told you.



posted on May 12, 2024

808. Neks


English Translation

Next


Definition

Refers to the one that follows after


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi ago deh a di neks party.
English: I am going to be at the next party.



posted on May 12, 2024

809. Dis


English Translation

This


Definition

Used to identify a specific noun that is close in proximity


Example Sentences

Patois: Dis mango sweetie!
English: This mango is sweet!



posted on May 12, 2024

810. Dat


English Translation

That


Definition

Used to point out a specific noun that is farther in proximity


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi wah dat one.
English: I want that one.



posted on May 12, 2024



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