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Definitions submitted by 10101115


1. Yah suh


English Translation

Over here


Example Sentences

Patois: Bredda cum yah suh,cooh wah shi a duh
English: Brother come here,look what she is doing.



posted on November 28, 2015

2. X amount


English Translation

Countless/Many


Definition

To have a lot of something and be unable to count it all.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di bwoy seh he hab xmount a gyals
English: The boy said he has countless girls



posted on November 28, 2015

3. dreadnut


English Translation

Coconut


Definition

A fruit which comes from a nucifera tree and is brown. Has milk inside of it.


Example Sentences

Patois: Wah mek yuh sistah seh drednuts nassy
English: Why does your sister say coconuts are nasty.



posted on November 28, 2015

4. Boots


English Translation

Condom/Shoes


Example Sentences

Patois: Di gyal seh mi affi use di boots
English: The girl said I have to use the condoms



posted on November 28, 2015