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Passa-passa

[pas-sah-pas-sah]
Noun

Definition

Wild drama, intense controversy, public scandal, or popular street dance party.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Big passa-passa pop off inna di neighborhood today!
English:
Big drama/scandal erupted in the neighborhood today!
Patois:
Wi a go a di Passa-Passa dance party downtown.
English:
We are going to the famous Passa Passa street dance downtown.

Usage Tip

Dual meaning: chaotic public scandal/gossip, or the name of a iconic Kingston dancehall street party.

Patois Synonym: mix-up; kass-kass
English Synonym: drama; scandal; controversy; street dance
Tags:MusicNightlife
Category:Music, Dancehall & Entertainment

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