General
mi cyaan believe it
What does mi cyaan believe it mean?
An exclamation of disbelief or dismay; title of a famous Michael Smith dub-poetry piece.
"Mi cyaan believe it, dem gone already!"
Origin
Jamaican Patois: 'cyaan' (can't) + 'believe' + 'it'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'mi cyaan believe it' mean?
It means 'I can't believe it', used to express disbelief, shock or dismay.
Is 'Mi Cyaan Believe It' a famous poem?
Yes — it is the title of a well-known dub-poetry piece by Jamaican poet Michael Smith.
How do you say 'I can't believe it' in Patois?
You say 'mi cyaan believe it', where 'cyaan' is the Patois pronunciation of 'can't'.
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