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English Translation

Five hundred dollar note


Definition

Five hundred dollar note with the face of national heroine Nanny of the Maroons


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi have a nanny fi go collect up di road.
English: I have a $500 to collect up the road.


Related Words

Bills , Manley , Nanny , Coil ,



posted by anonymous on May 12, 2024


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2. Nanny (Noun) play audio


English Translation

Nanny


Definition

Refers to a caregiver, often used to refer to a grandmother who takes care of the grandchildren.


Example Sentences

Patois: "Mi nanny always spoils us with treats."
English: "My nanny always spoils us with treats."


Related Words

Pupa , muma , Sista , Daughta ,



posted by anonymous on June 26, 2023


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Jamaican 500 dollar bill
3. Nanny (Noun) play audio


English Translation

Jamaican five hundred ($500) dollar bill


Definition

Slang use to refer to Jamaican five hundred ($500) dollar bill which features “Nanny of the Maroons” (one of Jamaica’s national heroes) printed on it.


Example Sentences

(patois) Mi juss find a Nanny
(english) I just found a five hundred dollar bill


Related Words

Bills , Manley , Coil , Frackles ,



posted by anonymous on April 25, 2013


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Jamaican 500 dollar bill

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