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Definitions of "Nuh lang"


1. Nuh lang


English Translation

Not long


Definition

A short while ago


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi jus’ see him nuh lang.
English: I just saw him not long ago.


Related Words

Iwah , Daylite , Brite and early , Miggle day ,



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