Ingrissei

Sranan Tongo

Etymology

Literally, “the English side”, compound of Ingris (“English”) +‎ sei (“side”). Compare Franssei (“French Guiana”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /iŋɾisːei̯/, [iŋɾisːɪ̞i̯], [iŋɾisːe̝i̯]

Proper noun

Ingrissei

  1. (informal) Guyana (a country in South America)
    Synonym: Gayana
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