Patwah

[pat-wah]

Definition

Patois; the Jamaican Creole language.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Wi proud fi chat wi Patwah.
English:
We are proud to speak our Patois.

Patois:
Him can understand Patwah, but him cyah speak it good.
English:
He can understand Patois, but he cannot speak it well.

Usage Tip

Language name for Jamaican Creole spoken across the island.

Patois Synonym: Jamaican Creole
English Synonym: Patois; Jamaican Creole

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