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Patois: Man1: “Wah yuh deh deal wid?” Man2: “Mi naw deal wid nutten”
English: > Man1: “What are you up to?” Man2: “I’m not doing anything”
Patois: Man1: “Wah yuh deh deal wid?” Man2: “Mi naw deal wid nutten”
English: > Man1: “What are you up to?” Man2: “I’m not doing anything”
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If you have ever been to Jamaica or simply enjoyed its reggae beats from afar, you know that there is something special about the way Jamaicans greet and respond in their daily interactions. It is not just words; it is a rhythm, a spirit, an entire vibe.
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