Poor person
Someone who is always broke
Patois: Bruk pocket can’t afford di rent dis month.
English: The poor person can’t afford the rent this month.
The question of whether Jamaican Patois is merely "broken English" often sparks lively debate. At first glance, this language might seem perplexing, with its unique pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary.
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Slang expression used to describe the state of having no or very little money
Patois: Him cyaan afford dat, him a bruk pocket
English: He can’t afford that, He is broke
All fruits ripe , Babylon , Bad like yaz , Bashy ,
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