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796. Roun di kaanah


English Translation

Around the corner


Definition

Close by, just around the corner


Example Sentences

Patois: Di squaddie deh roun di kaanah, yuh hav nutten pan yuh
English: The police is around the corner, do you have anything on you



posted on June 4, 2024

797. Saila


English Translation

Sailor


Definition

A person who works on a ship


Example Sentences

Patois: Di saila dem a get ready fi di voyage.
English: The sailors are getting ready for the voyage.



posted on June 4, 2024

798. Mannish Wata


English Translation

Goat soup


Definition

A spicy soup made with goat meat


Example Sentences

Patois: Mannish wata nice pon Sunday.
English: Goat soup is nice on Sunday.



posted on June 3, 2024

799. Tegereg


English Translation

Trouble


Definition

Trouble or problem, often related to financial issues


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi inna tegereg wid di landlord 'bout di rent.
English: I’m in trouble with the landlord about the rent.



posted on June 3, 2024

800. Pigin


English Translation

Pigeon


Definition

A bird often found in urban areas


Example Sentences

Patois: Di pigin dem a coo pon di roof.
English: The pigeons are cooing on the roof.



posted on June 3, 2024