give yourself a pat on the back
To congratulate oneself
Patois: Yuh duh gud, big up yourself
English: You did good, give yourself a pat on the back
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Read more »To congratulate or give praise to yourself
Patois: Yuh deh gwaan gud, big up yourself
English: You're doing good, congratulate yourself
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