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Jamaican Patois · Emotions and feelings

Hype

Showing off / full of yourself

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What “Hype” means

In Jamaican usage, hype mostly means showing off, acting proud or flashy, or being full of yourself. It works as an adjective ("yuh too hype") and a verb ("she a hype").

Examples

Yuh too hype!

You're too full of yourself!

Look how she a hype inna har new shoes!

Look how she's showing off in her new shoes!

How to use it

Casual slang, usually teasing or critical. It can be playful between friends.

Where usage varies

The general English sense of "hype" (excitement, getting hyped up) is also heard, especially among younger speakers and in music. Usage varies, so read the context.