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Definitions of "Hole yuh cahna"


1. Hole yuh cahna (Verb) play audio


English Translation

Mind your own business


Definition

Term used as an insult to put someone in their place. The literal translation is “hold your corner”.


Example Sentences

Patois: Hole yuh cahna! Nobady nuh ask yuh yuh opinion
English: Mind your own business! No one asked you your opinion


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