Definition Pronounced as “waa gwaan”, the literal translation is “what’s going on” but when used as a greeting, it can also mean “What’s up”. Different variation of “Wah gwaan” may be used but they all have the same meaning. These include; wah deh gwaan, whatta gwaan or waguan (pronounced wa-goo-ahn).
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How do you say what’s up girl in Jamaican?
‘Wah Gwaan’
Wah Gwaan is a casual greeting to enquire how somebody is or what’s up.
How do you say hi in Jamaican?
Hail up – Hi or Hello
Mostly used by Jamaican men especially those practicing the Rastafarian faith.
What does deh yah mean in Jamaican?
Everything is okay
‘Mi Deh Yah, Yuh Know’
You have to say it almost as one complete word. The expression is often used as a response to “wah gwaan, and it means “Everything is okay.” It may also mean “I’m doing well.”
How do Jamaicans greet each other?
Etiquette and Manners in Jamaica
The most common greeting is the handshake with direct eye contact, and a warm smile. Use the appropriate salutation for the time of day: “good morning”, “good afternoon”, or “good evening”.
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 reply to Waguan?
A usual response to wagwan can be nagwan, or “nothing’s going on,” (i.e., not much). No matter how you say it, small talk is universal, it seems. Wagwan can also be used grammatically within a statement rather than just a stand-alone greeting (e.g. I never know wagwan on The Bachelorette).
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! |
How do Rastafarians greet each other?
In Rastafarian, you would greet a friend on the street by saying “Bredren, wa gwaan?” The other Rasta may respond with: “Bwai, ya done know seh mi deya gwaan easy.” This means: “”I’m here just taking it easy.”
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 you say pretty in Jamaican?
Criss: Jamaican expression meaning “Pretty;” “fine;” or “okay.”
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 does pre mean in Jamaican?
‘ This is because in Jamaica, to pree is to take a long, deliberate look or a careful, focused listen. When someone says pree, it is not a request; it is a gentle command that the listener take notice of something or someone new, important, significant.
Why do Jamaicans say happy Earthstrong?
The tradition of honoring birthdays has its roots in sources as diverse as pagan beliefs, ancient Greek texts and German children’s celebrations of the 1700s.In Jamaican Rastafarian culture and derivations of the Patois language, “earthstrong” refers to your date of birth.
How do you say sweetheart in Jamaican?
puttus: sweetheart, honey bunch. An affectionate term.
What does TPC mean in Jamaica?
pussyclaat
TPC – to pussyclaat. MMRC – [mi] mumma raasclaat. 9 mos Report.
Is it rude to say Wagwan?
Many of these words like “wagwan” are slangs derived from Caribbean pidgin dialects like patois, spoken within black communities here in the UK.You can’t say “wagwan” and exploit this culture while the importance of black lives up is still up for debate. It’s harmful.
What is gwan?
GWAN. Government Wide Area Network. GWAN. Global Wide Area Network. Copyright 1988-2018 AcronymFinder.com, All rights reserved.
How do you respond to Wagwan in Jamaica?
How to Respond to Greetings in Jamaican Patois
- “Mi aright „ English Translation: I’m ok.
- “Nothing nah gwan „ English Translation: Nothing is going on.
- “Everyting cook an curry „ English Translation: Everything is just fine.
What does bless up mean in Jamaican?
have a nice day
Definition: Bless up is used in Jamaica to mean, have a nice day, have a good day or have a blessed day. Example Sentences: Patois: Mi soon farwud, bless up. English: I will be back soon, have a nice day.
What does weh yuh deh pon mean?
what are you up to
This common expression is most often used to greet a friend. It means “what are you up to” or “what are you going to do”. So, next time you’re here, impress your Hedo friends with this classic Jamaican greeting!
