What are some Jamaican greetings?
What are some Jamaican greetings?
10 Jamaican Greetings That You Should Know Before You Go
- Weh yuh ah deal wid? – What are you up to?
- Waa pree? – Translates to “What are you up to?”
- Yuh Gud? – Are you good / Are you ok?
- Howdeedo – How are you?
- Wadup – What’s up?
- Everyting criss?
- Hail up – Hi or Hello.
- Yow! –
What does mi deh yah mean?
I am here
Mi Deh Yah translated to I am here.
How do Jamaicans say welcome to Jamaican?
A collection of useful phrases in Jamaican, an English-based creole with influences from languages of West and Central Africa spoken mainly in Jamaica….Useful phrases in Jamaican.
| Phrase | Jimiekn / Patwah (Jamaican) |
|---|---|
| Welcome | Welcome |
| Hello (General greeting) | Ello Hail up Waa gwaan? (What’s going on?) Gud day |
| Hello (on phone) |
What is the written language in Jamaica?
Jamaican Patois
Although standard British English is used for most writing in Jamaica, Jamaican Patois has been gaining ground as a literary language for almost a hundred years.
What means Gyal?
GYAL means “Girl.” GYAL is a slang term of West Indian origin, which means “Girl.” It is often used to refer to a girlfriend.
What does fi mean in Jamaica?
for. Patois: Anno fi yuh. English: It’s not for you. posted by anonymous on September 8, 2013.
What does JA mean in Jamaica?
ja(Adverb) yes.
What does good Gyal mean in Jamaican?
January 7, 2016 · Goodas: (translation : Good girl) Slang expression for a female that is attractive, indus… –
What does Gyal mean in Jamaican?
a young or relatively young woman. a female child. Patois: Come nuh gyal. English: Come over here girl.
What you say could kill you in Jamaican?
4. Wah nuh kill yuh, fatten yuh – What doesn’t kill you, fattens you. When you endure difficulty without dying you always emerge stronger than before.
Why do Jamaicans say respect?
Jamaicans use respect often among their selves which tells you how important it is. In some ways it’s a bit like namaste which means “I honor the soul within you.” I say Respect when I’m in Jamaica because I appreciate all they do for my clients to make sure they have a wonderful experience.
What is a Gyal?
GYAL is a slang term of West Indian origin, which means “Girl.” It is often used to refer to a girlfriend.
What’s mean Gyal?
What do Jamaicans call dogs?
Dawg | Patois Definition on Jamaican Patwah.
How do u say girl in Jamaican?
Spelling Variations : gal,
- Gyal. Girl. A child that is a female. Patois: Mi hate dat gyal, shes di dawta of ah witch.
- Gyal (Noun) girl. A female child. Patois: Di gyal nuh guh ah skool todeh.
- Gyal (Noun) girl. a young or relatively young woman. a female child.
- Gyal. Girl. Sex which means part of person.
- Gyal (Noun)
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