Jamaica Lingo

Tag: #JamaicanWisdom

  • Wah Nuh Dead, Nuh Call It Duppy

    Wah Nuh Dead, Nuh Call It Duppy

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    by

    Mak Spence
    in

    You’re Not Done Yet – Resurrecting Hope the Jamaican Way The Power in the Proverb Jamaicans don’t give up easy. And one of the finest examples of this deep-seated resilience is baked right into the proverb: “Wah nuh dead, nuh call it duppy.” Let’s break it down:Literal meaning – If it’s not dead, don’t call…

  • Di Higher Di Monkey Climb, Di More Him Expose

    Di Higher Di Monkey Climb, Di More Him Expose

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    by

    Mak Spence
    in

    Stay Humble: Wisdom for Every Stage of Success A Jamaican Lesson in Visibility As Jamaicans say, “Di higher monkey climb, di more him expose.” It’s a witty yet weighty reminder that the higher you go in life, the more you reveal—your strengths, your flaws, your truth. Success is a spotlight, and under that light, everything…