"What does whatagwan mean?" is a question in the Urban Dictionary.
Jamaican Patois is often confusing to a non-Jamaican.The Jamaican language is a descendant of Spanish, English and African influences.Although the official language of Jamaica is English, many Jamaicans speak Patois.On your next visit to Jamaica, you should know 15 Jamaican Patois phrases.
It's a useful expression to know when using crowded buses or taxis.
"I'll be right there" is a Jamaican expression.Don't be fooled if you're told that soon.The expression "island time is much slower than the rest of the world" should mean anything from a few hours to several days.
It is actually translated as 'how are you doing'.Weh a seh?Trying to call means, 'How are you doing?'I have been trying to call you.
It was used when saying goodbye.The translation is 'In the tomorrows', meaning see you later.
Ian Fleming mentions them in Live and Let Die.Religion is more than just saying prayers before you go to bed in Jamaica, it's also a way of life in a land where superstition reigns by day and spirits haunt by night.A fearless person overcoming obstacles is what this expression means.The translation is 'ghost conqueror'.
The phrase means damage or destroy.Mi fone means 'I've broken my phone'.The road-signs advise drivers to mash up the brakes.Slow down is what it means.
Wishing people a good day is done by using the expression bless up, which is a religion in Jamaica.There are blessings that can also be used.
The most well known Jamaican greeting was used by US President Barack Obama during his inaugural visit to Jamaica.A casual greeting called "wah Gwaan" is used to inquire about someone.
"Impress locals with this handy phrase which is often used in response to Wah Gwaan."The trick is to say it fast, almost as one word.The implied meaning is either 'everything is ok' or 'I'm doing well'.
Guzumba means Obeah, which is similar to Haiti's Voodoo and is a form of black magic.Obeah-men can still be found in Jamaica.It is said that an Obeah-man can cast or break a spell and even bring someone back from the dead.
You later or goodbye is what it means.For example, I will see you later.