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Time no dey wait for anybody.

[time no dey wait fo an-y-bodi.]

phrase small talk casual

LanguageWest African Pidgin (Nigeria)

Meaning
  1. Time does not wait for anyone.
Examples

Get ready now because Time no dey wait for anybody.

Get ready now because Time does not wait for anyone.

We must leave, Time no dey wait for anybody.

We must leave, Time does not wait for anyone.

Pronunciationtime no dey wait fo an-y-bodi.

RomanizationTime no dey wait for anybody.

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How it is usedA reminder to act quickly or not procrastinate.

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