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1. Passa Passa verified definition (Noun)


English Translation

Drama


Definition

A loud, messy conflict or drama, often involving gossip, argument, or scandal; especially in relationships or among friends. It can also refer to a lively street dance event, especially the original "Passa Passa" street party series that started in Kingston.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi nuh inna di passa passa todeh
English: I'm not in the mood for drama today


Related Words

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



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Other Definitions of "Passa Passa"

2. Passa Passa (Noun)


English Translation

drama


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi cya tek di bagga passa inna eh mawnin ya
English: I can't take so much drama this morning.


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on November 12, 2022


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3. Passa Passa (Noun)


Definition

A weekly street party originating from Kingston, Jamaica, that occurs mostly on Wednesday nights and normally finishes on Thursday at 8 AM.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi deh guh a passa passa tomorrow nite
English: I am going to Passa Passa tomorrow night.


Related Words

Enz , Jamdown , Gully , Merika ,



posted by anonymous on October 31, 2013


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