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536. Wukman


English Translation

Worker/Laborer


Definition

A person who works, often referring to manual labor


Example Sentences

Patois: Di wukman dem a fix di road.
English: The workers are fixing the road.



posted on October 16, 2024

537. Gladbag Buss


English Translation

Overjoyed


Definition

Feeling of overwhelming joy


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi gladbag buss wen mi si mi fren.
English: I was overjoyed when I saw my friend.



posted on October 15, 2024

538. Bush Docta


English Translation

Herbalist


Definition

A Bush Docta is a person who uses traditional knowledge of herbs and plants to treat various ailments. This practice, known as **bush medicine**, is deeply rooted in Jamaican culture and involves the use of natural remedies passed down through generations.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di bush docta gi mi some herbs fi mi cold.
English: The herbalist gave me some herbs for my cold.



posted on August 2, 2024

539. Skate pon e toll


Definition

Slang expression use to describe drifting a car on a toll road/highway.


Example Sentences

Patois: House can skate pon e toll?
English: Can a house drift on the highway?



posted on July 29, 2024

540. Yard queen


English Translation

Home manager


Definition

The woman who manages the household


Example Sentences

Patois: Di yard queen a keep tings in order.
English: The home manager is keeping things in order.



posted on July 26, 2024