Years ago there was a movement to translate all English phrases into patios. This was an attempt to establish patios as an official language, however, I think attempts failed.
I know there was even a translation of sections of the bible into patios, but it didn't fly apparently and did not become too popular.
Nevertheless here are a few terms that Jamaicans use a lot and maybe can help with your understanding of their communication.
"Wah Gwan?" - What's going on? - What's happening?
This is usually used as a greeting, but it can literally be a way of finding out what's happening at a particular time.
If there are are terms that you would like the meaning of, or some terms that you know the meaning of, please jot it below.
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