General
broughtupsy
What does broughtupsy mean?
The quality of having been raised well; proper manners and social conduct. Also broughtupcy.
"She have no broughtupsy, walking in without a greeting."
Origin
Caribbean English, from 'brought up' + suffix; used in Trinidad and Barbados.
Frequently asked questions
What does broughtupsy mean?
Broughtupsy means good upbringing, proper manners and home training, the sense of having been raised well.
Where does the word broughtupsy come from?
It's built from 'brought up' plus a suffix, and is used in Trinidad, Barbados and Jamaica.
How do you use broughtupsy in a sentence?
You might say someone 'has no broughtupsy' if they behave rudely, such as walking in without greeting anyone.
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