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Come again

Please repeat that / come back

Meaning & context

What does “Come again” mean?

“Come again” is a useful everyday expression. A natural English equivalent is “Please repeat that / come back”. Learn it as a complete phrase first, then notice how its parts recur elsewhere.

Jamaican is primarily spoken, so spelling and pronunciation can vary. Context, relationship, and tone are important when interpreting everyday expressions.

Example

“Come again.”

Please repeat that / come back.

Learning tip

Remember the whole phrase

Connect the expression with a situation rather than memorizing an isolated translation. As you explore more phrases, recurring Jamaican forms become easier to recognize.