# Jamaican Dictionary - JaLingo — The Jamaican Translator

> Jamaican Patois dictionary and translator for iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Jason Solomon.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jamaican-dictionary-jalingo/id583765932 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jason Solomon](https://appshunter.io/developer/583765935)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jamaican-dictionary-jalingo/id583765932/reviews.md

## What is Jamaican Dictionary?

JaLingo is your pocket guide to Jamaican Patois — the easiest way to understand, learn, and speak the language of the island.

Whether you're planning a trip to Jamaica, vibing to dancehall and reggae lyrics, or just curious about the culture, JaLingo translates traditional and modern Jamaican words, expressions, and proverbs into clear, easy-to-understand English. No more guessing what your favourite artist, friend, or tour guide just said — JaLingo's got you.

Now with a built-in Chatbot. Just type in a word, phrase, or expression and chat with JaLingo for an instant translation — no searching required. It's like having a Jamaican friend in your pocket, ready to translate curse words, slang, and everything in between, anytime you need it.

What you'll get:

Instant Chatbot Translations — Ask JaLingo's chatbot to translate any word, phrase, or curse word and get an immediate, conversational answer.
Clear, No-Nonsense Definitions — Words, expressions, phrases, proverbs, and yes, curse words too — explained simply.
Real Usage Examples — See how each word or phrase is actually used, with relatable, synonymous examples.
Featured Slang — Discover trending and classic Jamaican words and expressions, handpicked for you.
Weekly Drops — New phrases, expressions, proverbs, and even cannabis culture references, released every Sunday.
Weekly Videos — Watch short videos that bring each week's phrase or expression to life.
Can't Find a Word? Ask Us. — Submit any word or phrase missing from the dictionary and get a translation back.
Learn the Culture — Dive into the history and background of Jamaican Creole, not just the vocabulary.


Built for visitors, language lovers, students, and anyone who wants to connect more deeply with Jamaican culture — JaLingo makes Patois approachable, fun, and easy to pick up.

Universal App — works beautifully on every iPhone and iPad.

Questions, feedback, or want a translation we don't have? Reach us anytime at quickcloudsetup@gmail.com.

## Key features

- Jamaican word, expression, and proverb translations
- Examples of language usage
- Featured words and slang
- Weekly phrases and proverbs
- User-submitted word translations
- Background on Jamaican Creole

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jamaican-dictionary-jalingo/id583765932/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great

*2024-03-31*

Great but needs structured lessons to enable rote learning which builds comprehension & fluency. I.e. vocabulary & grammar exercises

### 5/5 — First opinion. Incredible

*2023-02-28*

My opinion could end up changing but so far this app looks incredible underrated for how professionally it is built and how easy it is to use. Very charming app

**Developer response:** Thank you Mbluebear8!

### 5/5 — Mi luv it

*2022-03-07*

App helped me to keep in touch with my Jamaican roots.

### 5/5 — Phenomenal app!

*2022-03-05*

This app gets it right where so many others don’t. Very accurate!

### 3/5 — Hmm

*2019-05-12*

It’s a pretty good app but I think to make it more better, it needs a way that you can pronounce the words the right way.

### 5/5 — Amazing app!

*2019-02-18*

A great way to learn Jamaican culture and I love that there are words of the week and I can watch videos in the app! 
10/10!!!

### 5/5 — Nice app

*2019-01-26*

App downloaded but didn’t open for a couple of days.  Now it works fine.  Nice little app with good insight into Patois phrases and short videos.

### 2/5 — Where’s the sound!!?

*2018-08-31*

Where’s the sound to this app? How can we speak it properly?

**Developer response:** Good day Calimuh,

Kindly advise what device you are using and the Operating System. If you are unsure of the model and OS Version, please use the feedback section in the App.

Also, ensure your phone is not on silent/vibrate and the volume is toggled.

### 5/5 — JaLingo

*2015-12-08*

Great app to gain info on the heritage of yardies and the culture of the Jamaican way. I love the app and utilize it for its purpose

### 5/5 — Jalingo

*2013-03-28*

This app is funny to recap some words u haven't heard in a while and funny to hear foreigners say them too. Get it while you can

## Frequently asked questions about Jamaican Dictionary

### What is JaLingo?

JaLingo is a Jamaican Dictionary/Translator app for iOS devices that helps users understand the Jamaican dialect. It provides meanings for traditional and modern words, expressions, and proverbs.

### What kind of content does JaLingo offer?

JaLingo offers clear and concise meanings for Jamaican words, expressions, phrases, proverbs, and curse words. It also includes examples of usage, featured words, and weekly updates with phrases and marijuana references.

### Can I submit words to JaLingo?

Yes, users can submit words or phrases that are not currently in the dictionary, and the developers will provide an immediate translation.

### How often is JaLingo updated?

The app features weekly updates for phrases, expressions, and proverbs, which are updated every Sunday. The latest version is 4.6, last updated on 2025-12-14.

### What devices does JaLingo support?

JaLingo is a universal app that supports all iOS and iPadOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

### What is the price of JaLingo?

JaLingo is a paid app priced at $0.99.

### What is the age rating for JaLingo?

JaLingo has an age rating of 17+, as indicated by its content.

### Does JaLingo have ads?

No, JaLingo does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.7 — 2026-07-01

Say hello to the JaLingo Chatbot! Now you can chat directly with JaLingo to get instant translations for Jamaican words, phrases, expressions, and curse words — no more scrolling through entries. Just ask, and JaLingo answers.

### 4.6 — 2025-12-14

- Updated minor bugs and issues for iOS 18 devices

### 4.5 — 2024-07-23

- Updated minor bugs and issues for iOS 17 devices

### 4.4 — 2024-05-14

- Performance Improvements
- Fixed minor bugs and issues on newer devices

### 4.3 — 2023-05-09

- Performance Improvements
- Fixed minor bugs and issues with iPhone 14

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