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646. Bookman


English Translation

Scholar


Definition

A person engaged in or known for academic pursuits


Example Sentences

Patois: Di bookman a study fi im PhD.
English: The scholar is studying for his PhD.



posted on June 26, 2024

647. Natty dread


English Translation

Dreadlocks


Definition

A person with dreadlocks, often a Rastafarian


Example Sentences

Patois: Di natty dread a play reggae.
English: The person with dreadlocks is playing reggae.



posted on June 26, 2024

648. Dasheen


English Translation

Taro


Definition

A root vegetable


Example Sentences

Patois: Dasheen soft when yuh boil it.
English: Taro is soft when you boil it.



posted on June 25, 2024

649. Panganat


English Translation

Pomegranate


Definition

A fruit with a tough outer skin and a sweet, juicy interior filled with seeds.


Example Sentences

Patois: Panganat tek time fi nyam.
English: Pomegranates take time to eat.



posted on June 25, 2024

650. Yah suh


English Translation

Here


Definition

In this place or position.


Example Sentences

Patois: Wi deh yah suh a wait
English: We are here waiting.



posted on June 25, 2024