peace
The English word "peace" is translated to peace in Jamaican.
peace refers to a state of being free from war. In Jamaican culture, several other informal expressions are used to convey the sentiment of peace, such as Respect, which serves as a greeting or acknowledgement signifying peace, understanding and the mutual recognition of each other's worth. You may also use Bless up to convey peace and well wishes.
Meaning: state of being free from war (noun)
When do people say it?
The phrase One Love is associated with Jamaican culture and promotes unity, respect and peaceful coexistence.
Did you know?
- In a Jamaican context, wishing someone peace through terms like One Love often carries a political weight, functioning as a demand for social justice and equality rather than just a polite wish.
- The use of 'peace' in a Jamaican context is often deeply tied to the Rastafarian movement, where terms of unity and peace serve as declarations of social justice and equality.
- In Jamaican Patois, the phrase Bless up blends a spiritual wish for divine protection with a secular greeting of peace. It is often used as a parting phrase to ensure the other person remains in a state of peace.
Examples in context
- Di whole world need peace.The whole world needs peace.
- Dem a fight, but dem cyaan find peace.They are fighting, but they cannot find peace.
- Prayer bring peace to di heart.Prayer brings peace to the heart.
Example conversation
Damion and Shanice are discussing the news on the radio.
- DamionDi news dem sound too heavy, Shanice.The news sounds too heavy, Shanice.
- ShaniceYeah, man, mi just want see peace inna di world.Yeah, man, I just want to see peace in the world.
- DamionDat a true, mi soul a pray fi dat.That is true, my soul is praying for that.
- ShaniceAmen, Damion, bless up.Amen, Damion, bless up.
