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Definitions submitted by anonymous


1. Tear-up


English Translation

Torn clothing


Definition

Clothes that are ripped or torn


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh cyaan wear tear-up jeans everywhere.
English: You can’t wear torn jeans everywhere.



posted on October 26, 2024

2. Swinga


English Translation

Swinger


Example Sentences

Patois: Di yute dem deh pon di swings, dem a swingah.
English: The kids are on the swings, they’re swingers.



posted on October 26, 2024

3. Gyalis Suit


English Translation

Player's attire


Definition

An outfit worn by a womanizer or ladies' man


Example Sentences

Patois: Him step out inna him gyalis suit tonight.
English: He stepped out in his player’s attire tonight.



posted on October 25, 2024

4. Wonda


English Translation

Wonder


Definition

To be curious or ponder about something.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi wonda if him a come.
English: I wonder if he is coming.



posted on October 25, 2024

5. Bandooloo


English Translation

Fake/Knock-off clothing


Definition

Counterfeit or imitation goods


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh cyaan wear bandooloo fi di party.
English: You can’t wear fake clothes to the party.



posted on October 24, 2024