Gangster
A gangster or criminal
Patois: Di shotta dem tek ova di block.
English: The gangsters took over the block.
Nicknames are an important part of Jamaican culture, with each one holding a special meaning. They help us connect with each other and celebrate different aspects of our lives. For example, someone might be nicknamed "Tiny" because they are small, or "Lively" because they always have a lot of energy.
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A person involved in criminal activities, often with guns
Patois: Nuh call Shoota name roun' mi.
English: Don't call Shooter's name around me.
Criminal, killer or murderer.
A criminal who usually operates for money.
Patois: Man a shotta fram wi baan
English: We have been killers since we were born.
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Gangster
Slang expression for a thug or gangster. Normally deals with drugs, murder, or other forms of illegal money making activities. The literal translation of shotta is “shooter”.
Patois: Mi a shotta inna di streets
English: I’m a gangster in the streets
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