Gwaan

[gwan]

Definition

Go on; proceed; happen; conduct oneself.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Wha a gwaan, mi friend?
English:
What is happening, my friend?

Patois:
Nuh gwaan like yuh better than anybody else.
English:
Don't act like you are better than anyone else.

Usage Tip

Universal verb meaning proceed, happen ("wha gwaan"), or behave/act out ("nuh gwaan so").

Patois Synonym: galang
English Synonym: go on; happen; behave

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