How to say “Goodbye” in Jamaican Patois
The most common way to say “goodbye” in Jamaican Patois. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Likkle more
In a sentence
English
Goodbye, thank you.
Jamaican Patois
Likkle more, Tank yuh
Frequently asked
How do you say "Goodbye" in Jamaican Patois?
"Goodbye" in Jamaican Patois is "Likkle more". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Likkle more" written in Jamaican Patois?
"Likkle more" is the standard written form in Jamaican Patois, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Likkle more" in Jamaican Patois?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Likkle more" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Likkle more" mean in English?
"Likkle more" is the Jamaican Patois way of saying "Goodbye" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Goodbye" in Jamaican Patois?
Many languages — including Jamaican Patois — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Likkle more" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Jamaican Patois spoken?
Jamaican Patois is spoken by an estimated 3 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Jamaican Patois dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Jamaican Patois dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Likkle more" or any other Jamaican Patois text.