Krismos
The English phrase "Christmas" is translated into Jamaican as Krismos.
Krismos refers to the festival or holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ which in Western Christianity is celebrated on December 25 in most places.
Meaning: festival or holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ which in Western Christianity is celebrated on December 25 in most places (name)
Did you know?
- In Jamaica, Krismos is often associated with the tradition of 'painting the house', where homeowners apply a fresh coat of paint to their entire residence before the holiday.
- Jamaicans often prepare 'black cake' for Krismos, which involves soaking dried fruits in rum and wine for several months or even years before baking.
- In some rural areas, Krismos is celebrated with 'Nine Night' style gatherings that blend traditional African wake customs with holiday festivities.
Examples in context
- Chrismus ah di bes' time a di year fi nyam sum ackee an' saltfish!Christmas is the best time of the year to eat some ackee and saltfish!
- Mi deh pon Krismos vibes.I am in the Christmas spirit.
- Di Krismos food sweet nuh?The Christmas food is delicious, isn't it?
- We a go big party fi Krismos.We are going to have a big party for Christmas.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about holiday plans.
- RicardoTanesha, wah yuh doin' fi Krismos?Tanesha, what are you doing for Christmas?
- TaneshaMi a go visit mi granny.I am going to visit my grandmother.
- RicardoDat sound nice, Ricardo a come too.That sounds nice, Ricardo is coming too.
- TaneshaYeah, we will have a big party.Yes, we will have a big party.
