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Dec 17, 2020
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Bredren

Bredren, a term in Jamaican Patois, refers to anyone who is considered a close friend, a companion, or someone with whom you share a strong bond. It’s an expression of camaraderie, trust, and mutual respect, used to refer to someone with whom you have a positive relationship, much like “brother” or “buddy.” For example, “Mi deh yah wid mi bredren, wi a link up later fi some food” reflects the easygoing, friendly nature of the word. In the context of real estate, bredren might be used to refer to a trusted colleague or a client you have a good rapport with. An agent might say, “Mi bredren want a house uptown, so mi wi show him di best spots”, indicating that the person has a close relationship with the agent. The phrase can also highlight the importance of trust in business dealings. For instance, a client might tell an agent, “Mi wi trust yuh fi find mi di right place, mi bredren”, showing that their bond goes beyond just a professional one. Bredren adds a personal touch to interactio…

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