Fambily – Family. Often with deep emphasis on the B. Swims – You wouldn’t be able to figure this one out unless you’re Jamaican. It actually means shrimps.
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What are some Jamaican slang words?
‘Weh Yuh Ah Seh‘
The literal translation of this Jamaican saying is, “What are you saying?”. The English translation of the phrase is “How are you doing?” At times the phrase can be shortened to “weh yaw seh.” Picture: Heart shaped Over-The-Water Bungalows at Sandals Royal Caribbean in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
What do Jamaicans call fish?
Another seemingly innocent, but sexually charged word in Jamaican Patois, is fish. But unlike buddy, there is nothing “good” associated with fish, as the word means gay or homosexual.
How do Jamaicans pronounce sausage?
“Sachees” – This is the common pronunciation for sausage.
What does UNUH mean in Jamaican?
unuh (Pronoun)
Meaning/Description: you all.
What does licky licky mean in Jamaican?
You too Licky Licky. You Never Want a Jamaican to call you “Licky Licky” This is similar to beggy beggy but is usually in reference to someone who shows greedy tendencies and will quickly compromise their morals for material gain.
What does deh yah mean?
“Mi deh yah „ English Translation: I am here. Definition Slang expression usually used in response to a greeting expression like “How are you doing” or “What’s going on”.
How do you say baby in Jamaican?
Bae – this is the modern version of Baby or babes that has been going the rounds lately. 12.
How do Jamaicans say Caribbean?
Caribbean
In America, Caribbean is pronounced with an emphasis on the be, but in Jamaica, we place the emphasis on the rib. Thus, we say Caribbean, whereas Americans say Caribbean.
What is a famous Jamaican saying?
All the Proverbs. Finger neber say “look here,” him say “look yonder.” If you get your han’ in a debil mout’ tek it out. Peacock hide him foot when him hear ’bout him tail. No wait till drum beat before you grine you axe.
Why do Jamaicans add H?
“H’emphasise (Emphasize) – “Im h’empasize di word so me know say ‘im serious.” English translation: He emphasized the word so I knew that he was serious.
What does ENUH mean?
you know
Literally, “you know.”
What does SML mean in Jamaican texting?
SML is an online and texting acronym that means various things. It can mean screw my life, so much love, or sometimes so much laughter. Related words: SOML.
What does UNO mean in Jamaican?
The word “UNU” in Igbo means “YOU – plural“. It is also spelt exactly the same as it is spelt in Jamaican and Belize Creoles i.e. “UNU”.
What does Rude Boy mean in Jamaica?
in Jamaica) a member of a group of lower- or working-class teenagers in the 1960s, noted for listening to ska music and for juvenile delinquency: they inspired the later rude-boy fashion in Britain. Also called: rudie, rudy, rudi.
What does cha mean in Jamaica?
CHA! or CHO! : a disdainful expletive (1) pshaw! ( 2) very common, mild explanation expressing impatience, vexation or disappointment. ( 5)
What does Bright mean in Jamaican?
For Jamaicans, someone who is bright is rude, disrespectful, and likely needs a proper thrashing to set them straight. In fact, often when referring to children, adults put the two terms together as bright and out of order.
How do you say liar in Jamaican?
Jamaican Patwah – Liad: (translation : Liar) A person who… | Facebook.
What is Gwan Jamaica?
The phrase ‘Wha gwan’ (whaa gwaan) means ‘what’s going on‘ in Jamaican Patois.
How do you say BAE in Jamaican?
Boonoonoonus – Made popular (and likely created) by Jamaican folklorist ‘Miss Lou’, boonoonoonus was used as a term of endearment for loved ones. At one time, boonoonoonus was as widely used as the word ‘bae’ is today. Blow Wow!
How do you say my love in Jamaican?
Note: there is no standard way of spelling Jamaican, and there are different ways of writing many words.
Useful phrases in Jamaican.
| Phrase | Jimiekn / Patwah (Jamaican) |
|---|---|
| I love you | Mi luv yuh |
| Get well soon | |
| Go away! | Gweh! |
| Leave me alone! | Galang! |
