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Hol’ on

[hohl an]
Command

Definition

Hold on; wait a moment; stop for a second.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Hol' on, mi a come right now!
English:
Hold on, I am coming right now!
Patois:
Hol' on, yuh mean fi say yuh win di lottery?
English:
Wait a second, do you mean to say you won the lottery?

Usage Tip

Direct command asking someone to wait or stop briefly.

Patois Synonym: wait a bit; stick a pin
English Synonym: hold on; wait a moment
Tags:Time & Duration
Category:Daily Actions, & Behavior

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