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Definitions of "Head a gadda wata"



1. Head a gadda wata


English Translation

Has/Have a mental disability


Example Sentences

Patois: It seem like him head a gadda wata
English: It seems like he has a mental disability




posted by anonymous on August 23, 2023


2. Head a gadda wata


English Translation

Mentally challenged


Definition

A person who has a learning disability. Literal translation; his head is gathering water.


Example Sentences

Patois: Cuse mi sah,yuh pickney head a gadda wata.
English: Excuse me sir, your child has a learning disability.




posted by nattysignalpaul on July 17, 2016