Articles by D. Hodges (65 posts)

“Mi soon come” is one of the most misunderstood phrases in Jamaican Patois. While it literally sounds like “I’ll be right back,” its real me...

Want to ask someone out—or end a relationship—using Jamaican Patois the right way? This guide goes beyond basic phrases and shows you how tone, co...

Some Jamaican phrases sound innocent until you hear them in the right context. This guide breaks down 15 naughty Jamaican phrases Jamaicans actually u...

Ever hear Jamaicans say things like "quick quick" or "long long time" and wonder what is going on? This guide breaks down why repetition happens in Ja...

Ever wondered why you can understand one Jamaican clearly, but struggle with another? Jamaican Patois is not spoken the same way by everyone. In this ...

Wah gwaan, fam? Big news for all the language lovers, travelers, and Jamaicans in the diaspora – our brand-new Jamaican Patois Workbook is almost he...