Jackfruit
A large, sweet fruit
Patois: Jackfruit nice when it ripe and sweet.
English: Jackfruit is nice when it’s ripe and sweet.
Wise person
Someone who is known for their wisdom
Patois: Di wise head always give good advice.
English: The wise person always gives good advice.
Greedy
Describes someone who has a strong desire for food.
Patois: Yuh too gravalicious, leff sum fi di rest a wi.
English: You’re too greedy; leave some for the rest of us.
Top gangster
The most respected or feared gangster
Patois: Di top shotta a di area.
English: The top gangster of the area.
Fried dumpling
A flat, fried dough snack
Patois: Flitta and saltfish a good combination.
English: Fried dumpling and saltfish are a good combination.