Ketch-yuh-breath

[kech-yuh-breth]

Definition

Rest briefly; catch your breath after physical exertion.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Sit down pon di wall and ketch-yuh-breath.
English:
Sit down on the wall and catch your breath.

Patois:
Give mi a minute fi ketch-mi-breath after running up di hill.
English:
Give me a minute to catch my breath after running up the hill.

Usage Tip

Directive advising someone to pause and recover physical stamina.

Patois Synonym: rest
English Synonym: catch your breath; take a breather

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