Cyah
Pronounced /KYAH/verb (auxiliary)Everyday talk
Meaning
'Can't'. One of the most useful words to recognise when you hear Trinidadians talk, and the key to old sayings like 'yuh cyah play mas if yuh fraid powder' (if you can't take criticism, don't put yourself out there).
I cyah find my friends, the band too big!
Sources
- We Trini Food: 55 Trini expressions and their meaning
- Matador Network: 19 Trinidad sayings everyone should start using
Last verified 3 October 2026. Spotted something wrong? Send a correction.