General
maas
What does maas mean?
A respectful address for an older man (like 'Mister/Mas'), e.g. 'Maas Joe'; as a verb, to cool out / chill.
"Mawnin, Maas George."
Origin
Jamaican Patois, from English 'master/mas''.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'maas' mean in Jamaican Patois?
It is a respectful title for an older man, equivalent to 'Mister' or 'Mas' — as in 'Maas Joe'. As a verb it also means to chill or cool out.
How do you use 'maas' as a title?
You put it before a man's first name to show respect, like 'Maas George' or 'Maas Joe', similar to saying 'Mister George'.
Is 'maas' the same as 'mas'?
Yes — 'maas' and 'mas'' are the same word, both shortened from 'master' and used as a polite address for a man.
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