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Playing mas

Pronounced /PLAY-ing MAHS/verb phraseCarnival

Meaning

Taking part in Carnival as a masquerader in costume, crossing the stage and dancing through the streets with a band, rather than watching from the side.

First time I playing mas and I cyah wait for Tuesday.

In plain English: It's my first time in a Carnival band and I can't wait for Tuesday.

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Sources

  1. Traditional Mas Archive: Carnival terms
  2. Discover Trinidad & Tobago: Trinidad Carnival 2026, what you need to know

Last verified 3 October 2026. Spotted something wrong? Send a correction.