- Also written
- Good evenin, Evening
What “Evenin” means
Evenin is "evening", and as a greeting it is short for "good evenin". It is the polite greeting for the later part of the day, used the same way as mawnin in the morning.
Examples
Evenin, Aunty! Yuh good?
Good evening, Aunty! Are you well?
How to use it
Polite and friendly with anyone, from elders to shopkeepers. Follow it with a question like "yuh good?" or "wah gwaan?" to keep the conversation going.
Where usage varies
Many Jamaicans switch from "mawnin" to "evenin" once the afternoon is under way, earlier than some English speakers would. If you're unsure, follow what the people around you say.