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gweh
What does gweh mean?
An exclamation meaning 'go away' or 'get outta here', used dismissively or playfully in disbelief.
"Gweh! Yuh a lie, dat neva happen."
Origin
Jamaican Patois contraction of 'go away'.
Frequently asked questions
What does gweh mean in Jamaican Patois?
It's an exclamation meaning 'go away' or 'get outta here', used either dismissively or playfully in disbelief.
Is gweh rude?
It can be sharp and dismissive when told to someone directly, but it's often used playfully, like saying 'get outta here!' in disbelief.
Where does gweh come from?
It's a Jamaican Patois contraction of 'go away'.
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