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Weh yuh ah seh

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Dec 20, 2021
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Weh yuh ah seh in Jamaican Patois translates to “How are you doing?” or “What are you saying?” and is often used as a casual greeting or to check in with someone. In a real estate context, it could be used by an agent or homeowner to build rapport, such as “Weh yuh ah seh? Yuh find any house yuh like yet?” meaning “How are you doing? Have you found any house you like yet?” It could also come up in neighborly interactions, like “Weh yuh ah seh bout di new apartment dem a build?” translating to “How are you doing? What do you think about the new apartments they’re building?” This phrase conveys a warm and approachable tone, making it an effective way to start conversations or maintain relationships in real estate dealings.

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