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1. Tallawah


English Translation

strong or fearless


Definition

Very strong-willed, fearless and not to be underestimated or taken lightly


Example Sentences

Patois: Nuh undaestimate wi, wi likkle but wi tallawah
English: Do not underestimate us, we are small but we are strong and fearless


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on June 4, 2016


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Other Definitions of "Tallawah"

2. Tallawah (Adjective)


Definition

Strong and sturdy.


Example Sentences

(patois) She likkle but she tallowah
(english) She’s little but she’s strong


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on April 25, 2013


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