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816. Tan pon eh long


Definition

Used to describe a man who has tremendous staying power during sex.



posted on May 12, 2024

817. Ackee


Definition

Jamaica’s national fruit


Example Sentences

Patois: Ackee and saltfish nice!
English: Ackee and saltfish are delicious!



posted on May 12, 2024

818. Nanny


English Translation

Five hundred dollar note


Definition

Five hundred dollar note with the face of national heroine Nanny of the Maroons


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi have a nanny fi go collect up di road.
English: I have a $500 to collect up the road.



posted on May 12, 2024

819. Janga


English Translation

Crayfish


Definition

A term for freshwater crayfish


Example Sentences

Patois: Wi ketch nuff janga inna di river.
English: We caught a lot of crayfish in the river.



posted on May 12, 2024

820. Shaggy


Definition

A renowned Jamaican artist


Example Sentences

Patois: Shaggy’s music always mek mi feel irie.
English: Shaggy’s music always makes me feel good.



posted on May 12, 2024



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