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gwaan bad
What does gwaan bad mean?
To perform brilliantly or thrive — 'him gwaan bad' means he's doing amazingly ('bad' = good).
"Di team gwaan bad dis season."
Origin
Jamaican Patois: 'gwaan' (go on) + 'bad' (great).
Frequently asked questions
What does gwaan bad mean?
It means to do exceptionally well or thrive; in this context 'bad' actually means great.
Why does bad mean good in gwaan bad?
In Jamaican Patois 'bad' is often used as praise, so 'gwaan bad' means going off or excelling.
How do you use gwaan bad?
You'd say 'him gwaan bad' to mean he's doing amazingly well.
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