Taboo subjects Though Jamaicans can be very direct in conversation, there are some subjects that are deeply frowned upon, that most will not discuss. These include homosexuality, oral sex, STDs, abortion and rape.

What do Jamaicans call their elders?

Jan 12, 2015. In Jamaica, its common to see an elderly person addressed as “Elder,” which is viewed as paying respect to the older inhabitants of the island, most born before Jamaicas independence from England in 1962.

What does respect mean in Jamaica?

What does it mean when Jamaicans say “Respect”? Jamaicans use respect often among their selves which tells you how important it is. In some ways its a bit like namaste which means “I honor the soul within you.”