Jus’ come

[jus cum]

Definition

A newcomer, inexperienced person, or naive fresh arrival.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Him a act like him know di place, but him a jus' come.
English:
He is acting like he knows the place, but he is just a newcomer.

Patois:
Treat di jus' come dem wid patience until dem adjust.
English:
Treat the newcomers with patience until they adjust.

Usage Tip

Refers to someone who has just arrived in a place, organization, or country and lacks experience.

Patois Synonym: johnny-just-come
English Synonym: newcomer; novice; greenhorn

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