What does “Respect” mean?
“Respect” expresses respect or acknowledgement. In this context, a natural English equivalent is “Thanks / appreciation”.
A flexible expression of thanks, acknowledgement, appreciation, or mutual respect.
Jamaican is primarily spoken, so spelling and pronunciation can vary. Context, relationship, and tone are important when interpreting everyday expressions.
“Respect.”
Thanks / much appreciated.
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