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Jamaican Patois, explained in context.

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34 entriesEveryday talkGreetings · replies · manners 21 entriesFood & drinkNyam · bammy · sorrel 19 entriesMusic & dancehallRiddim · selecta · dubplate 12 entriesProverbs & sayingsWisdom in everyday speech

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01Wah gwaanWhat’s going on? / How are you?→ 02IrieGood, peaceful, or in a positive state.→ 03Soon comeI’ll be there later; timing is flexible.→ 04TallawahStrong or formidable despite size.→

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