Cut yeye

[kut eye]

Definition

A contemptuous glance or side-eye look given to express disdain.

Example Sentences

Patois:
She give di girl a bad cut yeye and turn her back.
English:
She gave the girl a severe side-eye and turned her back.

Patois:
Nuh cut yeye pon mi when mi a speak to yuh!
English:
Don't roll your eyes / give me side-eye when I am speaking to you!

Usage Tip

Universal Caribbean non-verbal gesture/expression of disapproval or contempt made by looking at someone and darting eyes away.

Patois Synonym: side-eye
English Synonym: roll eyes; give side-eye

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