Party
A term used to describe a lively and energetic dancehall party or event.
Patois: Di bashment did bad, di wul place a bubble wid vibes
English: The party was lit; the whole place was filled with lively vibes.
Hot Steppa , Bad man , Bashment , infahmah ,
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A large party or dance.
Patois: Tonite wi a guh tuh a bashment.
English: Tonight we are going to a party.
All fruits ripe , Babylon , Backside , Bad like yaz ,
A lively and energetic party or event featuring dancehall music and dancing.
Patois: Di bashment tun up, wi vibes high
English: The bashment is turned up; our vibes are high.
Hot Steppa , Bad man , Bashment , infahmah ,
Party
A lively party or event.
Patois: Yuh a guh ah di bashment likkle more
English: Are you going to the party later?
All fruits ripe , Babylon , Backside , Bad like yaz ,
Party
A great event or party; e.g., dancehall; party, club, etc.
Patois: Mi ago a bashment tonite.
English: I’m going to the dancehall tonight.
All fruits ripe , Babylon , Backside , Bad like yaz ,
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