Lickkle more
The Jamaican way to say goodbye is Lickkle more.
Lickkle more is used when you expect to see the person again in the near future, rather than a permanent farewell.
Meaning: farewell (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
Literally, Lickkle more translates to 'a little more', implying 'see you in a little more time'.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Lickkle more is an informal, colloquial way to say goodbye among friends and acquaintances. In formal settings in Jamaica, the standard English expression 'Goodbye' is commonly used.
When do people say it?
Lickkle more implies 'see you in a little more time'.
Did you know?
- While Lickkle more is common, Jamaicans may also use the phrase Walk good as a farewell. This isn't a comment on a person's gait but a wish for their safety and well-being on their journey.
- Jamaican Patois blends English with elements of Akan languages from Ghana, which influences the rhythmic and melodic way phrases like Lickkle more are spoken.
- In some rural areas, a goodbye might be extended into a long series of social inquiries about family and health before Lickkle more is finally uttered.
Examples in context
- Lickkle more.See you later.
- Lickkle more, mi bredda.Goodbye, my brother.
- A lickkle more den.See you in a little bit then.
Example conversation
Ricardo and Shanti are parting ways after a casual meeting on the street.
- RicardoMi a go now, Shanti.I am going now, Shanti.
- ShantiAlright, lickkle more.Alright, see you later.
- RicardoYeah, catch yuh later.Yeah, catch you later.
- ShantiWalk gud.Go safely.
