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Patois: Ras always a reason bout life.
English: Ras is always reasoning about life.
Patois: Ras always a reason bout life.
English: Ras is always reasoning about life.
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Get the BundlePatois: Di ras a chant down Babylon.
English: The Rastafarian is denouncing the corrupt system.
(patois) Di rass deh inna di mango tree
(english) The dreadlocks man is in the mango tree
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Nicknames are an important part of Jamaican culture, with each one holding a special meaning. They help us connect with each other and celebrate different aspects of our lives. For example, someone might be nicknamed "Tiny" because they are small, or "Lively" because they always have a lot of energy.
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