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Learn the ins & outs of Bahamian Dialect
By Dave Mackey
May 20, 2010 - 7:26:42 PM

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Desi Wallace Bahamian dialect 101 (6.5 minutes)

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Your instructor Desi Wallace Swain teaches you the ins and outs of Bahamian dialect. For as with all cultures of the world, the Bahamas too has its own distinct colloquialisms. In this light hearted and entertaining interview Desi helps you decipher some of the words and phrases used by some Bahamians from the vast and ever changing lexicon of Bahamian Dialect.

Press the play button below to listen and enjoy your first lesson in our continuing series of interviews on this delightful topic. In addition to being a Special Events Coordinator Desi is an account Executive for Bahamas National Radio Station 100JAMZ.


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