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Tek time

[tek-tyme]
Command

Definition

Take your time; go slowly; exercise caution and patience.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Tek-time walk pon di wet mountain road.
English:
Take your time walking on the wet mountain road.
Patois:
Tek-time wid di work so yuh don't make mistake.
English:
Proceed carefully with the work so you don't make mistakes.

Usage Tip

Essential Jamaican advice encouraging patience, care, and deliberate caution.

Patois Synonym: go easy
English Synonym: take your time; proceed carefully
Tags:Time & DurationWarning
Category:Daily Actions, & Behavior

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