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Definition
Preposition indicating position atop a surface.
Example Sentence
Patois: Di glass deh pan di table.
English: The glass is on the table.
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Definition
Alternative preposition for location or state.
Example Sentence
Patois: Di weight pan mi shoulder.
English: The weight is upon my shoulder.
Example Sentence
Patois: Siddung pan did chair
English: Sit down on the chair
Example Sentence
Patois: Look pan di chair fi mi key
English: Look on the chair for my keys
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