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    Patwa headword

    Su-su

    /SOO-soo/

    VerbNoun
    Gloss
    "Gossip / Whisper"
    Definition
    To whisper, gossip, or speak secretively about someone.
    Example
    "Dem always a su-su behind mi back." — "They are always gossiping behind my back."
    Origin
    West African origin (e.g., Twi 'susu' - whisper).

    Su-su is an everyday word in Patwa, closely related to Labba labba. Translate it into a full sentence with the Jamaican Patois translator, or explore more entries in the lexicon index.