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111. maskita


English Translation

mosquito


Definition

Noun indicating the flying insect.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di maskitta biting mi.
English: The mosquito is biting me.



posted on June 7, 2026

112. peeny-wally


English Translation

firefly


Definition

Noun describing the glowing insect.


Example Sentences

Patois: Look pan di peeny-wally dem.
English: Look at the fireflies.



posted on June 7, 2026

113. Inna


English Translation

into


Definition

Preposition indicating movement to the interior.


Example Sentences

Patois: Drop it inna di box.
English: Drop it into the box.



posted on June 7, 2026

114. Inna


English Translation

in


Definition

Preposition indicating location inside an area.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi deh inna di house.
English: I am in the house.



posted on June 7, 2026

115. Backra


English Translation

master


Definition

Noun historically referring to a white plantation owner or boss.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di backra man harsh.
English: The master man is harsh.



posted on June 7, 2026