Kibba yuh mout

[kib-bah yuh mout]

Definition

Shut your mouth! Mind what you say!

Example Sentences

Patois:
Kibba yuh mout before yuh get inna trouble!
English:
Shut your mouth before you get into trouble!

Patois:
Tell him fi kibba him mout bout mi private business.
English:
Tell him to keep his mouth shut about my private business.

Usage Tip

Direct and abrupt command telling someone to stop talking or keep quiet.

Patois Synonym: shut yuh mouth
English Synonym: shut your mouth; hold your tongue

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