Definitions of "Yardie" (Slang)

1. Yardie (Noun)

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English Translation

Jamaican / Jamaican Diaspora

Definition

A term used to refer to someone of Jamaican descent or origin, often used to describe individuals who maintain strong ties to Jamaican culture and traditions.

Example Sentences

Patois: Him a proud yardie, always deh represent Jamaica everyweh him guh
English: He's a proud Jamaican, always representing Jamaica wherever he goes.

Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby mada , Bad man , Bait ,

posted by anonymous on September 8, 2023

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Other Definitions of "Yardie"

2. Yardie (Noun)

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English Translation

Jamaican

Definition

A person from Jamaica.

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi a proud yardie.
English: I’m a proud Jamaican.

Related Words

Blacks , Bigga , Fatah , Peas Head ,

posted by anonymous on May 17, 2024

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3. Yardie (Noun)

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English Translation

Jamaican

Definition

A term used to describe someone who is Jamaican or has Jamaican roots, often used in diaspora communities to refer to individuals with a strong connection to Jamaica.

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi proud fi bi a yardie
English: I'm proud to be a Jamaican

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Ackee , Abeng , Accompong , ADELPHI ,

posted by anonymous on July 21, 2023

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4. Yardie (Noun)

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English Translation

Jamaican

Definition

A term used to refer to Jamaicans, often specifically those in the Jamaican diaspora.

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi proud fi bi a yardie, deh represent di culcha tru reggae
English: I'm proud to be a yardie, representing the culture through reggae.

Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby mada , Bad man , Bait ,

posted by anonymous on July 16, 2023

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5. Yardie (Noun)

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English Translation

Jamaican

Definition

A slang term used to refer to Jamaicans or individuals of Jamaican descent who live abroad, typically in the United Kingdom. Additionally, the term 'Yardie' may refer to a gang consisting predominantly of Jamaican criminals who are involved in activities such as drug dealing and acquiring illicit money.

Example Sentences

Patois: Di club did full a yardie laas night
English: The club was full of Jamaicans last night.

Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby mada , Bad man , Bait ,

posted by anonymous on October 21, 2013

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