biebii
The English word 'baby' is translated into Jamaican as biebii.
biebii refers to a very young human being. 'Pickney' is a term commonly used in Jamaican Patois to refer to children.
Meaning: very young human being (noun)
Did you know?
- In Jamaican Patois, the word pickney is derived from the Portuguese word pequenino, meaning 'very small'.
- In Jamaican song lyrics, particularly in Reggae, 'baby' is often used as a term of endearment for a romantic partner rather than a literal infant.
- In some Jamaican contexts, pickney can be used as a playful or mocking term for someone acting immaturely, regardless of their actual age.
Examples in context
- She hold a likkle biebii.She is holding a little baby.
Example conversation
Ricardo and Shanti are looking at a photo of a relative's newborn.
- RicardoLook pon di biebii inna di photo!Look at the baby in the photo!
- ShantiYes, Ricardo, di biebii look jus' like she mama.Yes, Ricardo, the baby looks just like her mother.
- RicardoShe look real sweet.She looks really sweet.
- ShantiTruly, a blessing fi di family.Truly, a blessing for the family.
