Trini Creole Dictionary

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I eh payin’ tax fuh mih mout’ – I could say anything I want

Ignorant – Quarrelsome, annoying, lacking reason; e.g “Dat fella really get on ignorant, oui”

In de Bamboo- (Traditional meaning) To be in the doghouse, to be in trouble; (Modern Meaning) refers to the large number of used car part businesses in Bamboo Village near Valsayn. One can find nearly any car part in “De Bamboo” at reasonable prices than anywhere else.

In ting – To be involved in current activity

In truth – For sure

Irregardless – No matter what the circumstances are

Iron – The brake hub from an auto wheel used as a percussion instrument in steelband music.

Iron Man — A member of the “rhythm section” in a steelband. The person beats the rhythm on an automobile brake hub with a short steel rod

Is so? – Is that so? Is that the truth?

Is so you stop? – Is that the way you normally behave?

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