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Definitions of "Bredda"

Spelling Variations : brodda, bretha,


1. Bredda verified definition (Noun)


English Translation

Brother


Definition

"Bredda" is the Jamaican Patois word for "brother." It can refer to a biological brother, a close male friend, or simply a fellow man, depending on context. The word comes from a phonetic spelling of the English word “brother” as it's spoken in Jamaican speech.


Example Sentences

Patois: Luv yuh bredda
English: Love your brother.


Related Words

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posted by gregoryche on February 7, 2017


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2. Bredda verified definition (Noun)


English Translation

Brother


Definition

Brother; a close friend or family member.


Example Sentences

Patois: Bredda, a weh yu a go?
English: Brother, where are you going?


Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby mada , Bad man , Bait ,



posted by anonymous on April 25, 2013



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