Patois Dictionary
1
Meaning
Traditional folklore, ancient fable, or historical tale.
Example
"Grandfather love tell old-time-story round di fire at night."
2
Meaning
Standalone, unique, solitary, or custom-built.
Example
"Him drive a one-away custom car through di town."
3
Meaning
Disrespectful, improper, rude, or breaching social etiquette.
Example
"Di boy action was completely out-a-order in front a di elder."
4
Meaning
Rastafarian term replacing 'understand' to signify enlightened comprehension.
Example
"Rasta nuh say understand, wi say overstand."
5
Meaning
Traditional Afro-Caribbean folk magic, spiritual sorcery, or esoteric practices.
Example
"Some people still fear obeah inna di deep countryside."
6
Meaning
An elderly, veteran, or experienced long-time resident/person.
Example
"Di old-timer dem remember how di town look sixty year ago."
8
Meaning
Universal Rastafarian and Jamaican greeting/farewell expressing solidarity, unity, and love.
Example
"One Love, mi brother, walk safe pon di road."
9
Meaning
Individually, one by one, bit by bit.
Example
"One-one cocoa fill basket."
10
Meaning
Immediately, instantly, or right on the spot.
Example
"When di boss call, him respond one-time."
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