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1. Sketel verified definition (Noun)


English Translation

promiscuous woman


Definition

A woman who is seen as promiscuous, flashy, or lacking class and respectability. It’s often used in a negative or judgmental way, especially in dancehall culture, to criticize certain behaviors or appearances.


Example Sentences

Patois: Dah gyal deh a sketel
English: That girl is promiscuous.


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on November 19, 2022


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2. Sketel (Noun)


English Translation

Promiscuous Woman


Definition

A term used to describe a woman who is known for her promiscuity or multiple sexual partners, often used in a derogatory manner.


Example Sentences

Patois: Shi a notorious sketel, always involve wid difrent man
English: She's a notorious promiscuous woman, always involved with different guys.


Related Words

Hot Steppa , Bait , Chi chi , f**kery ,



posted by anonymous on September 5, 2023


3. Sketel


English Translation

Prostitute or Golddigger


Example Sentences

Patois: Dis gyal yah ah sketel
English: This girl is a prostitute; this girl is a gold digger


Related Words

Bow , Buddy , Bun , c**k it up ,



posted by McCkoy on August 30, 2014


4. Sketel (Noun)


English Translation

Slut


Definition

Slang term for a female who is highly promiscuous, very flirty and class-less


Example Sentences

(patois) Look pan she, she a sketel
(english) Look at her, she’s a slut


Related Words

Bow , Buddy , Bun , c**k it up ,



posted by anonymous on April 25, 2013



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