Make way
A phrase used to politely ask someone to make room or move aside, often used in crowded or tight spaces
Patois: Excuse me, bredda. Small up yuhself, mi need fi pass through
English: Excuse me, brother. Make room, I need to pass through
Wah gwaan -English Translation - What’s going on or what’s up - Definition Pronounced as “waa gwaan”, the literal translation is “what’s going on” but when used as a greeting, it can also mean “What’s up”. Different variation of “Wah gwaan” may be used but they all have the same meaning. These include; wah deh gwaan, whatta gwaan or waguan (pronounced wa-goo-ahn)
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This expression is used when one wants to pass another but the space is inadequate. This chorus is regularly heard in minibuses and taxis
Patois: Small up yuhself suh mi can pass
English: Make room so I can pass
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