Patwa

Jamaican Creole

/ˈpatˈwa/

proper noun
Definitions
  • The basilectal form of Jamaican Creole; Patwa.

Etymology

Derived from English patois derived from French patois (regional dialect language).

Origin

French

patois

Gloss

regional dialect language

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