Bobo

[boh-boh]

Definition

A Rastafarian of the Bobo Ashanti order; or a naive, easily fooled person.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Di Bobo dread wear him turban and long robe wid pride.
English:
The Bobo Ashanti Rastafarian wears his turban and long robe with pride.

Patois:
Nuh play di bobo wid mi, mi know yuh game.
English:
Don't play the fool with me, I know your trick.

Usage Tip

Dual meaning: respectful term for a Bobo Ashanti Rastafarian, or casual slang for a fool/naive person.

Patois Synonym: Bobo Ashanti
English Synonym: Bobo Rastafarian; simpleton

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