General
small up yuhself
What does small up yuhself mean?
An invitation or instruction to make space by squeezing together, e.g. on a seat or in a packed room.
"Small up yuhself mek mi siddung."
Origin
Jamaican Patois: 'small up' (make smaller) + 'yuhself'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'small up yuhself' mean?
It's an invitation or instruction to make room by squeezing together, such as on a crowded seat or in a packed room.
Is 'small up yuhself' rude?
No, it's friendly and casual — a normal way to ask someone to move over and make space.
How do you use 'small up yuhself' in a sentence?
Say 'Small up yuhself mek mi siddung' to mean 'Squeeze up so I can sit down.'
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