Small up yuhself

[smahl up yuh-self]

Definition

Make room; squeeze together to create space (e.g. in a crowded bus/row).

Example Sentences

Patois:
Small up yuhself make aneda person sit down pon di bench.
English:
Squeeze together so another person can sit down on the bench.

Patois:
Everybody inna di taxi had to small up dem self.
English:
Everyone in the taxi had to squeeze together.

Usage Tip

Universal directive on public transport (taxis/buses) asking passengers to squeeze together to fit more people.

Patois Synonym: squeeze up
English Synonym: squeeze together; make room

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