Definitions of "Halla"

1. Halla

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English Translation

Scream

Definition

To scream

Example Sentences

Patois: Di crowd dema halla wen I manna perform pon di stage
English: The crowd are screaming when I'm performing on the stage

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2. Halla (Verb)

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English Translation

Holler

Definition

cry intensely or to give a loud shout.

Example Sentences

Patois: Mark did a halla laas night like him did a get murda
English: Mark was hollering last night as if he was being murdered

posted by anonymous on July 5, 2013

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