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Definitions of "Nawmal a lie" (Slang)


1. Nawmal a lie


English Translation

Have I/she/he/they ever lied?



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2. Nawmal a lie


English Translation

This is normal, is that a lie?


Definition

Slang phrase popularize by Dancehall Artist Jashii , which, when punctuated is written as “Nawmal, a lie?”.

This particular phrase is use to ask or state that a particular scenario is very common.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi spen 100 gran pan clothes todeh, nawmal a lie?
English: I spent $100K on clothes today, this is normal, is that a lie?


Related Words

All fruits ripe , Babylon , Bad like yaz , Bashy ,



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