Brawta

[braw-tah]

Definition

An extra gift, bonus, or free addition added to a purchase.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Di vendor gi mi a brawta when mi buy di mango dem.
English:
The vendor gave me a free extra when I bought the mangoes.

Patois:
Ask fi a little brawta pon di fish.
English:
Ask for a little extra bonus on the fish.

Usage Tip

Traditional market culture concept where seller adds a free extra piece of produce or goods as a gesture of goodwill.

Patois Synonym: lagniappe
English Synonym: bonus; free extra; throw-in

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