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Definitions of "Ovastan"


1. Ovastan


English Translation

Understand


Definition

To comprehend a word or information being spoken or written. Literal translation is "overstand".


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi ovastaan weh yuh a seh
English:
I understand what your saying


Related Words

All fruits ripe , Babylon , Bad like yaz , Bashy ,



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