The most common greeting is the handshake with direct eye contact, and a warm smile. Use the appropriate salutation for the time of day: “good morning”, “good afternoon”, or “good evening”. Once a friendship has been established, women may hug and kiss on each cheek, starting with the right.

How do you greet someone in Jamaica?

‘Wah Gwaan‘



This is probably the most well known Jamaican greeting and was even used by US President Barack Obama during his inaugural visit to Jamaica. Wah Gwaan is a casual greeting to enquire how somebody is or what’s up. Interested in a trip to the Caribbean?

How did Jamaican say hello?

Quote from video: That's like what's up and then this is another super casual way of saying hello is y'all. Like I'm for real you walk in the door all your friends hanging out you like y'all.

What do Jamaicans say to each other?

‘Irie’ The Jamaican saying “irie” is often used to mean “everything is alright and fine.” Note that Jamaica has numerous variations when it comes to greeting someone. When someone asks “How are you feeling?” or “How yuh stay?” an appropriate response would be, “Mi irie.”

How do you greet a Jamaican man?

Greetings – How to greet someone in Patois

1. Weh Yuh Up To / Weh Yuh Ah Deal Wid.
2. Howdy Do / How yuh duh / Howdeedo.
3. Yuh Good.
4. Good Mawning / Gud Mawning – Good Morning.
5. Good Evening / Gud Evening – Good Evening.

Why do Jamaicans say Likkle?

Common greetings include the ever-popular “wah gwaan” as used by former President Barack Obama on his recent visit to Jamaica and “likkle more” which means “see you later.”

What does Bloodclaat mean Jamaican?

blood cloth

Jamaican Creole



Literally, “blood cloth” — traditionally, a sanitary napkin.

Why do Jamaicans say Ting?

The slang term “Ting” is a noun, the word is Jamaican/Caribbean way of saying “thing” but ting is widely used to reference a beautiful girl. Ting means a beautiful girl.

What does hey mean in Jamaican?

Hey. A very informal yet popular way of calling out to someone; used especially to get the person’s attention. How yuh stay? How are you? The literal translation is “what’s your status” but when used as a greeting, it means “how are you?”.

How do Jamaican say thank you?

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Is Wagwan hello in Jamaican?

Interjection. (Jamaican creole, MLE, MTE) Greeting equivalent to what’s up or what’s happening.

What is a famous Jamaican saying?

Jamaican Sayings for Life



Life isn’t fair. Things are not always as they seem. Sheltered persons don’t know true hardship or troubles. Danger lurks nearby when there is too much merriment and excitement.

What is deh pon mean?

This common expression is most often used to greet a friend. It means “what are you up to” or “what are you going to do”.