Labrish

[lahb-rish]

Definition

Gossip, chat, rumors, or informal street news.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Come wi sit down and talk some labrish.
English:
Come let us sit down and catch up on some gossip.

Patois:
Di labrish spread through di market quick quick.
English:
The gossip spread through the market very quickly.

Usage Tip

Traditional term for lively gossip, informal neighborhood news, and social chatter (associated with Miss Lou / Louise Bennett).

Patois Synonym: su-su
English Synonym: gossip; chatter; rumors

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