Bold or rebellious girl
Derived from the term 'rude boy', this expression is normally used to refer to a rebellious or free-spirited young woman.
Patois: Big up to all a di rude gyal dem inna di building
English: Props to all of the rude girls in the building.
Hot Steppa , Baby mada , Bad man , Bait ,
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A tough or rebellious woman.
Patois: Di rude gal dem a run tings.
English: The rebellious women are in control.
Hot Steppa , Bad man , Bashment , infahmah ,
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