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Definitions of "Nuh live nowhere"


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Definition

To have nothing or little, or not being in a comfortable or prosperous state because of poverty, no work etc. etc.


Example Sentences

Patois: Da big man deh nuh live nowhere mek him a beg beg people money everyday
English: That man is very poor, and that's why he is begging people for money everyday


Related Words

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



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