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wuh gine on
What does wuh gine on mean?
The quintessential Barbadian greeting, meaning 'how are you' or 'what's up'.
"Wuh gine on, buhbay? Long time!"
Origin
Bajan; phonetic reduction of 'what is going on'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'wuh gine on' mean?
It's the classic Bajan greeting meaning 'what's going on?' or 'how are you?'
How do you respond to 'wuh gine on'?
Reply casually as you would to 'what's up' — say what you're doing or that all is well.
Where does 'wuh gine on' come from?
It's a Barbadian phonetic reduction of 'what is going on', where 'gine' means 'going'.
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