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    irie
    /ˈʌɪri/

    adjective

    • 1. (chiefly in Jamaican English) nice, good, or pleasing (used as a general term of approval): "the place is jumping with irie vibes"

    exclamation

    • 1. used by Rastafarians as a friendly greeting.

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  2. letslearnslang.com › origin-of-the-name-irieOrigin of the Name Irie (Complete History) - Lets Learn Slang

    Sep 15, 2023 · Linguistic Roots of Irie. In Jamaican Patois, a creole language spoken by the locals, “Irie” is believed to have derived from the English word “alright.”. Over time, it evolved to connote a more profound sense of emotional well-being and harmony with oneself and the surrounding world. The linguistic evolution of “Irie” showcases the ...

  3. en.wiktionary.org › wiki › irieirie - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    Dec 9, 2023 · irie. All right, cool, good, great, merry, nice . Everyting irie. ― Everything's going great. 2018, “5 questions with Chuck Fenda”, in The Jamaica Gleaner ‎ [1] (in English): “Reggae mek so many people from all over the world can visit Jamaica, fi come hol' a irie vibes and hol' a different meditation. [ …]

  4. jamaicanpatwah.com › term › IrieIrie | Patois Definition on Jamaican Patwah

    Other Definitions of "Irie" 2. Irie (Adjective) 0; 0; English Translation . Feeling good . Definition. A state of well-being or contentment . Example Sentences. Patois: Di vibes a di reggae concert did irie English: The vibes at the reggae concert were feeling good. posted by anonymous on June 20, 2023 3. Irie 0; 0

  5. www.youtube.com › watchWhat Does "Irie" Mean? Exploring Jamaican Culture and Phrases

    Feb 11, 2024 · Have you ever wondered what "irie" means? Join us as we delve into the vibrant world of Jamaican culture and learn about the significance of the word "irie."...

  6. www.tiharasmith.com › blogs › behind-the-brandWhat Does Irie Mean? And Other Jamaican Patois Words ...

    Feb 14, 2022 · So, to communicate, the enslaved people would have used a pidgin language amongst themselves which was based on the sounds, vocabulary and grammatical structures of all the different languages. The pidgin language was the basis of the Jamaican Creole or Jamaican Patois that is used today. A Creole language is defined as a pidgin that has ...

  7. wahdehgwaan.com › irie-meaningIrie Meaning | Wah Deh Gwaan

    Jan 9, 2023 · Irie is a Jamaican noun meaning good, excellent, great and of uncertain and disputed origin. Theories include alteration from 19th century eerie (“hearty”); blend of I +‎ free or merry in Iyaric; or perhaps the name comes from the phonetic representation of “happy” in Jamaican Creole (Iyaric). The word irie has deep roots in the ...

  8. medium.com › @BrandLowe › what-does-irie-mean-aWhat Does “Irie” Mean? A Brief Guide! | by Brandon Lowe | Medium

    Mar 7, 2023 · As the name of our brand, Irie Club, it’s important to us that people know the meaning behind this word. “Irie” is a Jamaican slang term that originated in the Rastafari movement. It’s ...