General
dogheart
What does dogheart mean?
A person who is cold-hearted, cruel or without compassion.
"Only a dogheart could treat him own madda so."
Origin
Jamaican Patois compound: 'dog' + 'heart'.
Frequently asked questions
What does dogheart mean in Jamaican Patois?
It describes a cold-hearted, cruel person who has no compassion or mercy for others.
Is dogheart an insult?
Yes, it's a strong insult calling someone heartless and cruel, often used when a person mistreats family or the vulnerable.
Where does dogheart come from?
It's a Patois compound of 'dog' and 'heart', painting the picture of someone with a hard, animal-like lack of feeling.
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