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Definitions of "Sum"


1. Sum (Determiner)


English Translation

Some


Definition

Used to indicate an unspecified amount or number


Example Sentences

Patois: Pass me sum sugar.
English: Pass me some sugar.


Related Words

Grater Cake , Di , Dis , Dat ,



posted by anonymous on May 12, 2024


2. Sum (Pronoun)


English Translation

Some


Example Sentences

Patois: Sum a di food lef.
English: Some of the food is left.



posted by anonymous on February 21, 2023


3. Sum (Pronoun)


English Translation

Some


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi waah sum more a dah one deh
English: I want some more of that one there



posted by anonymous on October 2, 2013



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