domb
The Jamaican word for "dumb" is domb.
The term is used to describe someone who is stupid. In Jamaican slang, the term "Dotish" is also used to refer to someone being foolish or unintelligent.
Meaning: stupid (adj)
Did you know?
- The word dotish shares a historical root with the English word 'dotage', which describes the mental decline of old age.
- In Jamaica, calling someone dotish can sometimes be used more affectionately or playfully than the harsher domb, depending on the tone of voice used.
- Using domb in a formal setting in Jamaica would be seen as significantly more offensive than using it among friends, due to the social weight of 'respect' in the culture.
Examples in context
- Dat was a domb ting fi do.That was a dumb thing to do.
- Him a real domb boy.He is a real dumb boy.
- Nuh mek mi look domb.Don't make me look dumb.
Example conversation
Latoya and Kevon are discussing a bad decision.
- LatoyaYuh really buy dat car?Did you really buy that car?
- KevonYeah, it look nice.Yeah, it looks nice.
- LatoyaKevon, dat a domb move.Kevon, that is a stupid move.
- KevonMi no domb, man.I'm not stupid, man.
