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Things Trini Parents Say
If you're a national of Trinidad and Tobago or you were raised by parents who are from the twin-island Republic, there are some sayings that you may have heard countless times in your formative years. Take a brief journey down memory lane with these idioms and there meanings. I make you, I will take you out. Many of us grew up hearing this threat. It means I gave birth to you and I'm not afraid to end you. Stick break in yuh ears? Usually said to a child/children who is being disobedient. Friend does carry yuh, they doh bring you back. An admonition to children so they won't fall prey to peer pressure. Yuh bladder close to yuh eye? Admittedly, I've only ever heard this in south Trinidad. In each instance, it was said to a child who was crying. Long rope for magga goat. Too much freedom could have catastrophic consequences. Gopaul luck aint Seepaul luck. What works for someone else won't necessarily work for you. Everyone won't get the same opportunities or chances. Goat doh make sheep. Usually said in reference to a child who is displaying characteristics reminiscent of one of his/her parents. Yuh monkey gland raise?. Usually said in reference to someone is acting up or behaving wildly. All skin teeth aint laugh. Not all smiles are genuine; not everyone who appears friendly may have your best interests at heart. Who don't hear, will feel. If you disobey now prepare to deal with the consequences later. Monkey know which tree to climb. People know who they will get away with disrespecting. See me and come live with me is two different things. You can never truly know a person until you've lived with them. edited from: Things Trini parents say Loop News, March 23, 2023 10:37 PM ET https://tt.loopnews.com/content/things-trini-parents-say |