Jamaican rum
A brand of rum, commonly used in spiritual practices
Patois: Wray & Nephew strong, it good fi all ritual.
English: Wray & Nephew is strong, it’s good for all rituals.
After
Following in time or place
Patois: Mi wi meet yuh afta di show
English: I will meet you after the show
Guard
A person who keeps watch
Patois: Di gyaad a watch di door.
English: The guard is watching the door.
Strong person
A person who is strong or brave
Patois: Di lion man a protect di community.
English: The strong man is protecting the community.
Eating
The act of eating
Patois: Wi nyamming right now, call back later.
English: We are eating right now, call back later.