2024年9月5日 · (Jamaica, informal) A greeting or farewell. If you're not Jamaican, what you have here is a special opportunity to see who we actually are: we're not at all like you, but absolutely the same. Mostly, Arthurs has written a love letter to Jamaicans, and it feels so good. Yes, iyah. Bless up. “Yo, what's up, niggas?” I said as I approached.

Definitions of "Iyah" Spelling Variations : iyah, 1. Iyah (Noun) 2; 0; Definition. The divine presence or spirit of Jah (God), often invoked as a form of greeting or acknowledgment . Example Sentences. Patois: Blessings, mi bredda! Iyah guide and protect yuh English: Blessings, my brother! May the divine presence guide and protect you

Here’s a list of 29 popular Jamaican slang for friend or bro, complete with pronunciations and examples. This selection spans from casual greetings to terms for groups of friends, making them both practical and engaging for everyday conversations. 1. Brogad. Example 1: “Wah gwaan, Brogad?” (“What’s up, bro?”)

(Jamaica, informal) A greeting or farewell. If you're not Jamaican, what you have here is a special opportunity to see who we actually are: we're not at all like you, but absolutely the same. Mostly, Arthurs has written a love letter to Jamaicans, and it feels so good. Yes, iyah. Bless up. “Yo, what's up, niggas?” I said as I approached.

2025年1月23日 · Religion peppers all aspects of Jamaican life and wishing people a good day is often done by using the expression bless up. Blessings can also be used. This is probably the most well known Jamaican greeting and was even used by US President Barack Obama during his inaugural visit to Jamaica.

If you’re not Jamaican, what you have here is a special opportunity to see who we actually are: we’re not at all like you, but absolutely the same. Mostly, Arthurs has written a love letter to Jamaicans, and it feels so good. Yes, iyah. Bless up.” — Leone Ross, The Guardian

2023年1月9日 · “Iyah” is a popular Jamaican expression used to emphasize a point or to signify agreement. It is often used as a response to a statement or a question and can be used for agreement, disbelief, or emphasis. For example, if someone says “That’s not true”, the response could be “Iyah!” to emphasize that the statement is indeed true.

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2016年2月6日 · DJ Khaled started the trend, and "bless up" has two primary meanings: it's supposed to be a greeting that sends some good vibes, but most people use it as a way of expressing how grateful they...

2020年5月1日 · Welcome to our ultimate guide on how to say “yeah man” in Jamaica! This iconic phrase is deeply rooted in the Jamaican culture and shows enthusiasm, agreement, and affirmation. In this guide, we’ll explore the formal and informal ways to express this phrase, including some regional variations.