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Definitions of "Brawta" (Slang)

Spelling Variations : brata,


1. Brawta play audio


English Translation

Bonus


Definition

Something extra, especially with purchases; can refer to extra money


Example Sentences

Patois: Buy two bread an’ get a brawta slice.
English: Buy two loaves and get an extra slice.


Related Words

Bills , Manley , Nanny , Coil ,



posted by anonymous on May 21, 2024


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Other Definitions of "Brawta"

2. Brawta (Noun) play audio


Definition

Something extra or additional.


Example Sentences

Patois: Him gi mi brawta inna di package
English: He gave me something extra in the package.


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on July 1, 2023


3. Brawta play audio


English Translation

Bonus/Extra


Definition

Getting something for free as a bonus, normally as the result of purchasing a similar item.


Example Sentences

Patois: Since mi buy di fone, Gi mi a fone case as brawta
English: Since I bought the phone, give me the phone case a bonus


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on July 15, 2013





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