over there, there.
Meaning/Description: over there, there.
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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.”
What is I love you in Jamaican?
Do you come here often? I miss you. Mi miss yuh. I love you. Mi luv yuh.
What does deh pon mean?
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”.
How do you say wassup in Jamaican?
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).
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.
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 fi mean Jamaican?
fi (Conjunction)
Meaning/Description: to, for.
Why do Jamaicans say respect?
What does it mean when Jamaicans say “Respect”?Jamaicans use respect often among their selves which tells you how important it is. In some ways it’s a bit like namaste which means “I honor the soul within you.”
How do Jamaicans say hello?
Hail up – Hi or Hello
Mostly used by Jamaican men especially those practicing the Rastafarian faith.
How do you respond to wah gwan?
‘Mi deh yah, yuh know’
Impress locals with this handy phrase which is often used in response to Wah Gwaan. The secret is in the pronunciation and the trick is to say it fast – almost as one word. While the literal translation is ‘I am here’, the implied meaning is ‘everything is ok’, or ‘I’m doing well’.
What does Y Pree mean in patois?
Y Pree: Another greeting that means what’s up? Small Up Yuh Self: This term is used when someone is trying to pass by you and you’re blocking the way.
What Deh means?
Acronym. Definition. DEH. Dear Evan Hansen (musical)
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 Rude Gyal mean?
noun. A female member of the subculture associated with ska, especially in Britain.
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 pretty in Jamaican?
Criss: Jamaican expression meaning “Pretty;” “fine;” or “okay.”
Why do Jamaicans have pet names?
And names are a really fun part of Jamaican culture.Jamaicans also use identifiers or descriptors in the place of names when they’re calling out to people on the street, whether they know the person or not.
What does MHI mean in text?
Slang / Jargon (0) Acronym. Definition. MHI. Mental Health Initiative.
What does DMs mean in texting?
direct messages
DMs means direct messages.
What does Collie mean in Jamaica?
From kindgreenbuds.com: “Collie” was the standard slang-word for cannabis in Kingston, Jamaica, during Bob Marley’s youth” Urban Dictionary: collie. MARIJUANA… term used by rastafarians and jamaicans.
