Hush

[hush]

Definition

Expression of sympathy, condolence, or soothing reassurance ("sorry").

Example Sentences

Patois:
Hush, mi pickney, di pain wi go away soon.
English:
There there, my child, the pain will go away soon.

Patois:
Hush fi yuh loss, mi modern friend.
English:
Condolences for your loss, my dear friend.

Usage Tip

Important expression of sympathy, soothing, or offering condolences (not merely telling someone to be quiet).

Patois Synonym: feel bad
English Synonym: sorry; my condolences; there-there

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