Fenkeh-fenkeh

[fen-keh-fen-keh]

Definition

Weak, flimsy, delicate, or unsound.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Nuh build di fence wid dem fenkeh-fenkeh stick.
English:
Don't build the fence with those flimsy sticks.

Patois:
Him too fenkeh-fenkeh fi lift dem heavy box deh.
English:
He is too frail/weak to lift those heavy boxes.

Usage Tip

Expressive reduplicative adjective for physical weakness, poor structure, or fragility.

Patois Synonym: pyaa-pyaa
English Synonym: flimsy; weak; fragile

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