Trinbago Talk

In 2012 it was reported that Trinibagonians had the sexiest accent in the world (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/news/Trinis_happy_and_have_sexiest_accents__says_CNN-184360761.html). Archbishop Desmond Tutu once described Trinbagonians as a ‘rainbow people’ which seems to be an acknowledgement of our very colourful nature that is reflected in our unique language. Although English is the national language, it is used more so for formal communications, however in the normal informal interaction the local pidgin, which some refer to as ‘Tringlish”, reigns supreme.

So let’s see how many of you really know or remember your ‘Tringlish’?  In your comments see if you can fill in the blanks with the most appropriate Trini word and if you are not from Trinidad and Tobago do not be afraid to try or ask your Trini friends to explain. Be colourful and remember, have fun!

1.    If someone leaves a location or event in an unusual hurry they could be said to ….. ..!

2.    When a person is madly in love with another and is at the stage where they ignore all sensible advice they are said to be ……..!

3.    When someone is sad, moping around or have withdrawn from friends and family due to a broken heart they are said to have a …….!

4.    A stupid person is said to be ......!

5.    What it the term used to describe a person who is easily taken advantage off and sometimes may even be physically beaten? A

…….!

6.    What is a word used to describe someone who behaves as though they are mentally deficient and are quite gullible. A …………!

7.    At the roti shop one would normally order a roti and a … …!

8.    At the doublesman one would ask for a ‘doubles’ or ‘triples’with ….. or …… or …..!

9.    If a man seems to be totally under the control of his woman, it might be said that she fed him ….. …. or if we are referring specifically to Tobago, it may be said that he ate a …….. ……..!

10.                       If a person believes that they ar being spiritually attacked they may go to the ……. for a …. …. or a …..!