At steppa or Hot steppa

[hot step-pah]

Definition

A dangerous person, criminal, or street-smart hustler.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Mind how yuh walk late a night, dem say a hot steppa deh bout.
English:
Mind how you walk late at night, they say a dangerous street character is around.

Patois:
Him a real hot steppa from back inna di day.
English:
He is a real street-smart hustler from back in the day.

Usage Tip

Refers to someone who is street-smart, tough, unruly, or involved in underground activities; popularized in reggae culture.

Patois Synonym: badman
English Synonym: hustler; dangerous person; tough guy

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