The German accent is very aggressive. Remember to share this article on Facebook and other Social Media Platforms. The same is true of the Jamaican accent. I wasnt dreaming about it. Ruth: Part two, yes. The UK does not count as "farrin". Canadians are not as bossy and the Commonwealth ties sometimes makes it easier for us to catch the dry humour. Theres a lot of reverence for the passing of time. Anybody thinking of moving here, please visit first. Nothing compares with the Chieftaincy System, but its still very important here. Then, yes, and Ghana for 15. They can be very mean. Being done up to the nines. WebJamaican English, including Jamaican Standard English, is a variety of English native to Jamaica and is the official language of the country. So, I think when youre surrounded by all of that, it makes you feel okay about being overseas. Their open markets are like Coronation times 20. It was very enlightening. For one, they are both extremely proud and passionate peoples, which can sometimes lead to conflict. Again ot all are like this of course, but its a trend. Were, again, you know, I think in some places the Nigerians, they seem like the type that will tell you like it is. Even while enjoying social time, non-Jamaicans often mistake our loud conversations for fights. Xavier: Its interesting because I was just reading an article, you know, and people are trying to find They know where the ackee come from, but theyre still trying to figure out how did the salt fish get into the ackee. Other cultures tend to be more diplomatic whereas Jamaicans feel we should say it like it is to avoid misunderstanding. Dont do this whole kind of bwoy (boy) mi (I) just going up and No. But even through the yelling, chances are well reach an understanding. brap!. Completely different experiences, completely. And I think that thats why we have this whole salt fish story going on. Ruth: Who has the best Jollof rice? Copyright Simbis Inc.All rights reserved.Privacy Policy & Terms of use. Our results confirm the suspicion that Xavier: So, my next question is this one, what was the biggest adjustment there? Because Ackee came from Ghana, but Ghanaians typically dont eat ackee. Blunt. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Your experiences are yours and your observations are your own. But if your parents always told you that you have to chew your food and that you must swallow chewing gum, its a very hard concept to get with. But theres still a bit of it left in me and I still see it through new eyes day. Straight forward. Ill tell you another one that is big. Unregistered Wedding Ring (@askanonpro) March 7, 2020. I wasnt romanticizing about it. Final question. Haha.I would say direct & passionate instead. You will hear Jamaicans who arent married to Ghanaians or who arent, who havent been there for a long time missing that a lot. (Jamaicans Give Their Answers!). I think the last figures I saw were 70 something percent do their main shopping in open markets. Maybe some psychologists can explain it, but it resonates in a way that makes you feel good. Britt The Beauty (@Britt__Da__Shit) March 8, 2020. What was it, what did they say? Xavier: Aright. A teacher walks into the Classroom and says If only Yesterday was Tomorrow Today would have been a Saturday Which Day did the Teacher make this Statement? Jamaicans are from the most aggressive tribes in west Africa, ( youruba, ashanti, fanti, etc. ) They actually know right at that point that they cant come. A Conversation with Pretty Girls Can Cook Author Shantelee Brown. The other one that I used to get quite often and it would make me laugh. Once people realized there was a cat in the bag, they had so many questions and wanted to meet him. See, I too came here trying to understand why some woman with a Jamaican accent on the phone made me want to beat her senseless! This is a very embarrassing topic and a difficult pill to swallow. Listen, how I see is it that Jamaica has its own culture just as any culture mixed from its traditions environment and a fingerprint of factors. So me and my Jamaican crew, oh lord we get into trouble all the time. Thank you for the opportunity. That is like the biggest sin in Ghana. Its usually a symptom of a fragile ego which is understandable because the culture is also very egotistical and ego is seen as mainly positive to them. I was only there practically a day and a half, two days. This is all also part of ego and a learned hardened exterior they have. The tradition is very hierarchical. Learn how your comment data is processed. Whats the thing you like the least? that the other party is racist, and perhaps cultural As mad/crazy as they were (supposedly), these humans knew they didnt want to be slaves. Jamaican culture has something called gimmicks where literally all we do is make fun of each other. Its wasnt necessarily Bob Marley. But Ghana feels like home in a different way. You show them their yes WebThen in November 1969, the Ghanaian government passed an order called the Aliens Compliance Order, which authorized all undocumented immigrants( or aliens as they Listen to them, listen to how they interact. Privacy Policy & Terms of use. So, I caan (cant) just come out and start a big, big argument with somebody whos much older than me, because it doesnt wash so well. The Chieftaincy System keeps it very much alive. WebThis form of English is used in commerce, government, media and education. Theres a whole DNA story that you and I will catch up on, my visit at some point but when I got to Ghana, Ill tell you, it felt like home. They will cut out people because they get so hurt. Ruth: Yes. There is also a what many call today toxic maculinity part of the culture. Bring the food from your culture, but please do leave everything else at the door. Yes. And I was like, no, but the Virgin Mary just didnt have a baby. Were still very conservative in Jamaica, for the most part. America and Canada are a different story. If I hadnt met him, I dont know when I would have come, but I came because of him and I found all of this, which surprised me. Ruth: The biggest sin in Jamaica is what? I keep telling you, Matt. Join our newsletter to get the latest articles, news, & videos. Xavier: You need to visit. Bajans dont hate Jamaicans. On Tuesday, the health ministry signed an agreement to introduce an electronic health records system that has long been touted, TRUTH IS, Bajans and Trinis are not going to let up, so its up to you Jama. Gotta Love Us / Do Somalis,ethiopians And Eritreans Consider Themselves As Whites? Ghanaians simply hate to be criticized (either constructively or non-constructively); we do not criticize our own people, leaders and country as much as we will do to that of others. But they also cant handled being cheated on for example. We are an unbothered people for the most part. I would tell you the truth straight up. I could definitely see what Marty was saying. When you add a few decibels and fast hand movements, youre left wondering if you should run for your life. Comedically Jamaicans are extremely witty with a unique humor. (4420 Views), Somalis, Ethiopians, Eritreans Are Superior / There's Something About Us Nigerians. This conservation effort always seems to get deflated when the water and light bill comes each month. Xavier: It was about an hour away or, yes, about that. So, you dont see people walking around, grown women walking around with their thigh [sound break] is showing or was and I miss having a whole beach culture saying, lets, come wi (we) go beach nuh (no)?. The heavy tradition means also that gender roles are more traditional than Jamaican gender roles. The softer spoken ones seem less of this. Yes, they both feel like home. But no. WebYes, they both feel like home. Its almost like walking through a historic city. They heard it so often and wanted their freedom so badly that they started to believe something must be wrong with them. The only reason I came was because I fell in love with a Ghanaian. Yuh si dem (You see them) picking from a tree and just eat it. I guess I can see how people with less sense could simplify it to that. They will lash back. Spending everything on the BMW. Because matrilineally, our kids belong to my family and not my husbands family. Where the ego part comes in like Marty said is when they get it back. Ruth: No, its has a different Its almost is a I think an easier comparison because you caan even tek (cant even take) popular music, because thats a whole different level right there. jamaycanprincess (@jamaycanprinces) March 8, 2020. And inevitably, they had met Jamaicans and whatever, but tradition got in the way of anything ever evolving because of their traditional gender roles. get along very well. Because historically were so linked to Ghana. And you are exactly right, I learned in history the exact thing, even to this day the American government still have a policy to not let in too much jamaicans in the U.S. I for one have loads of Nigerian friends.. Ruth: I tell this to, African-Americans as well, because we come with the same quest for Ghana. What do you like most about Ghana? So, Ive lived overseas off and on quite a bit. Re: Ghanians Why Do U Pretend To Hate Nigerians, And Ethiopians Love Us? The sense of humor is different, but its still very I think whats common to both countries, is that sense of humanity, where people are a bit more forgiving of each other and, yes, warmer and fuzzier. Is Pan Chicken Different from Jerk Chicken? So, its hierarchical in terms of tradition, in terms of gender, in terms of age. I wouldn't say we are mean, per say We're just short-tempered and aggressive. Many Jamaicans tend to see foreigners as hypocritical because they will smile with you even if they can't stand you, Medium Fluffy (@averagejamaican) March 8, 2020. You can find, Lets think. So what is this rubbish about Bajans not liking Jamaicans? Research like this is essential to understanding why that is, and how to change it. There is also an attitude of being a bad man or bad gyal. Why up to this very day are Jamaicans still considered aggressive,criminals and unduly outspoken? As you clearly have nothing meaningful to say, you have been blocked from further correspondence. Were kind of like the Nigerians. Anyway. Before you pop off and take egoistic for completely bad or your own definition we are all egoistic its part of our survival nature. I think every, black person, every person of color, every person, even white, it dont matter. More like direct. Hi, Im Xavier Murphy, founder of Jamicas.com. Because of this, many foreigners see us as aggressive, especially when they work with us. Nairaland Forum / Nairaland / General / Culture / Ghanians Why Do U Pretend To Hate Nigerians, And Ethiopians Love Us? So, even in terms of inheritance. Remember, the Irish suffer the same fate despite being quite northern themselves. Ironically cutting lines is one of the things we Jamaicans hate. Ruth: But in terms of those wow Jamaica moment, yuh (you) get the Usain Bolt, yuh (you) get the Reggae. WebBy interviewing about 2,000 people across 40 communities in Jamaica, we looked at the predictors of anti-gay bias and measured them. We are just not as sensitive as everyone else. Number one place that you must visit? But both of them caught my vibe. , Alexis Chateau (@alexischateau_) March 7, 2020, Moved from Jamaica to NYC so ppl would say I'm mean I can be very mean but that also depends on you, so just move outta my way n don't come to me with nonsense, VanillaBeans (@TiinaBeans) March 8, 2020. We're just blunt and straightforward AF and we don't take no shit from nobody. All rights reserved. Ghana is not going to be delivered to you on a plate like that. It wasnt even, Bob Marley, yes, but there were others who were also important. Plus, some Africans believe that Jamaicans think they are better than You have judged Jamaican culture through what I assume is American lenses, but our culture is much richer and much deeper than your surface-deep analogy. Who has the Best Patties in Jamaica? Hes Ghanaian, so just like me, he spent all his schooling years in Ghana, and then went to the US to University. We just talk like thatpeople from other cultures are not used to dealing with any type of what they deem aggressive dialect so to them it sounds like we fighting , Kedesha Boothe (@KedeshaBoothe) March 8, 2020. The sad part about this history is that Jamaicans came to believe the propaganda. Its important to note, however, that Jamaicans are predominantly bilingual and also speak Jamaican Patois (also known as Jamaican Patwa or Creole), which is a combination of English and some African languages. I currently live in Mexico and the Mexicans I know have also made a keen observation and distinction between African Americans and the West Indians they know, myself included. Saving water and electricity is an art practiced by many Jamaicans daily. If she don't move herself .. , I'm DYING because I'm reading this while you have your name set to "Passive Aggressive"!!! Ruth: I mean, its generally younger people who do it. So you have quite an experience then with, way down South and back up North? In 2011, the figure was 40 per cent. You may not have many. You just swallow it, just like that. Telling each side is the challenge. Copyright Simbis Inc.All rights reserved. . People tend to be industrious, imaginative, and contrary to another unwelcome stereotype hard You know, when you hear about a country, thats steeped in tradition, until you live that tradition, you dont really know what thats steeped in tradition means. The culture doesnt define everyone there but can be found in many. Its beautiful to watch in motion, but social media has messed with it. It also comes down to where you went to school, where you work, who you know, what you drive, where you live, how often you travel, the first impression you give off, how you carry yourself, etc. Period. We dont beat around the bush and dont like To waste time. Yuh (you) coming tomorrow? Yes a coming tomorrow. Tomorrow pass, the next day pass, the next day pass. So, I always get people wanting to make that connection. Mi cya come. (I said, no boy I book already you know. Its time for you to come back, but in the meantime, hope springs eternal. The world stops when it is raining. But to others, it isn't. I mean theyre very, very different places. Xavier: So food, lets talk food. What people dont realize is that the open market is what is used by the majority of people here. Why unnuh cyaah be gentle and sweet like sugar and cream? The irony of this is that, we are always the first to cite the iniquities of others and their countries without a room for us to accept our own. I dont know if theres anything else you have to add to adjusting that. So, I explain, I come from a culture where if we dont like you, we make it perfectly clear. She came to vent and be offensive, so who can say what her actual thoughts are? Thats on you once more. That one is big. When you and I sit down, separately, well have another conversation. They were the men and women who could not be broken. Thank you for this Xavier. Gotta Love Us. Kirk Campbell, i dont know if youre a jamaican but Im one, and we are a very aggressive people, yes, aggressive. But I wasnt a historian. Xavier: Well, thats very interesting because youre seeing some of the similarities. The short answer is NO, it's not hard at all. All the best. So, our Jamaican belief is truth, at all costs. Come this scammer, stop stalking me, am here to expose you, can u imagine a ghanian telling a friend of mine from sweeden how dangerous anyone from nigeria could be? This is rapidly changing, but not fast enough. Thank you very much. Maybe thats the Jamaicans you attracted and the circles you moved in. I have a Haitian family member, for instance, who shared that it wasnt the White kids telling him to go back to his country. You show them your strength in the face of all odds being stacked high against you. And again, we kind of touched on it. Theyre at different levels, different level. This is the number one reason Jamaicans gave for why so many people think were downright mean. So if youre standing in a supermarket line, you can crack a joke and make reference to the child of the person in front of you. You can see the sensitivity between the hard shell. Making purchases via these links result in a small reward for us at no extra cost to you. MOST racist people do not know that they are racists but simply just think and find a reason to dislike. We Jamaicans are, for the most part, open and accepting people. Utter rubbish, small islanders would make the opposite argument. The gecko known as the croaking lizard (they make croaking sounds) in Jamaica is the most feared lizard. I think its silly to think Jamaicans are assholes and then wander into the lions den thinking she stands a chance. And just seeing people stand up with their hands a kimbo, it just felt familiar. Web13 September 2020. So yes. Xavier: You know, I saw you when I got there. They might tell someone their question is dumb but go on to ask an even dumber question but dont dare try to tell them theirs was dumb. Maybe you knew a lot of poor Jamaicans and poor people have similar problems anywhere. You need to wait a certain amount of time. 10 Singers and Rappers You May Not Know Were of Jamaican, Ann-Marie Campbell, Named to Head Home Depot 5 Things You Dont Know About Jamaican Rice and Peas, 15 Things Jamaicans Find Odd When they Moved to the USA. Why didnt they bow down and be normal? We are very loving though. WebThis decision has generated more poverty for the people because while salary remains stagnant, transportation and cost of food has jumped up badly. Is a stew that they call Contumre or Palaver Sauce, which is actually dasheen leaves, cooked down with a smokey fish, cooked with Palm oil and wi (we) eat it with green, boiled green plantain, like how Jamaicans eat boil green bananas? Ruth: The flip side of that means that theres limited ability to challenge in the way that were used to in Jamaica. (She was probably just pissed that shes in Canada in winter!). Is Anyone Taking American Politics Seriously Anymore? Jamaicans are moreto the point. Xavier: All right. Theyll tell you you cant take critisim and a second later youll give constructive critisim and theyll get defensive then turn it around on you and attack. Stupse. Yes, once we made it home. I asked him why, and he said it was because other Jamaican-Americans he knew influenced him Ruth: Okay. i have a lot of Jamaicans friends and i give all the respect drew to them god bless all my springfield Jamaican. Xavier: Good. Ruth: Yes. I think its, kind of beautiful to see that, and you take it for granted when youre here. Ruth: Well, I think its a familiarity of it. After that trip, we went up to a park in the hills-. Xavier: So heres the next question. Kirk Campbell, I didnt say s law , dummy. Why Do Jamaicans And Ibibio Men Hate Tall Girls / Why Are Ghanaians So Mean? But, were they really? Jamaica is definitely an extremely homophobic country. No, Im not saying were going to kill you if you say the wrong thing. Obviously their quest for freedom continuedand even the government fought to contain them! So, Fufu is a mix of cassava, typically cassava and planting, green plantain, planting, mashed to a sticky kind of, pulp. Thats, thats it. Two such ones are traffigator, an amalgamation of traffic and indicator as is used on a car and with an inserted g for good measure. Ruth: There we go, wheel and come again. Xavier: Theres nothing else. On a bad day? That makes zero sense to me and Im not waving back., Overseas people tend to be more euphemistic when expressing their frustration. Yeah. Xavier: Wow! Ruth: Yu (you) cannot be a hypocrite, right? You just spending, you know, the five days in Nigeria and the two days in Ghana, you could just see the temperament. It sits in a soup, in a very spicy soup. Sometimes English just wont do and Ghanaians like to invent their own, more practical words and phrases. Total myth. I have two Jamaicans in my house and I love them to death. If you have Jamaicans in your life, cherish them. Somalis, Ethiopians, Eritreans Are Superior, There's Something About Us Nigerians. Its like, you know, theres this Jamaican guy here, Audley Morris. A distinction exists between Jamaican English and Jamaican Patois (or Creole), though not entirely a sharp distinction so much as a gradual continuum between two extremes. 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