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Dem

Pronoun Another word for dem — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A shortened version of the word them.

Synonyms & similar words

they those these

Synonyms by register

Formal

divinity godhead supreme being

Informal

guy dude fella chap

Literary

immortal celestial being

Antonyms

god creator deity idol spirit idolized person

Common collocations

  • my dem
  • your dem
  • their dem
  • a dem
  • the dem
  • dem's house
  • dem's land

Word family

noun dem

Usage note

The word 'dem' is primarily used in informal contexts, often in Jamaican Patois, to refer to people or a group. It is not a standard English word and should be avoided in formal writing.

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Example sentences

  1. Dem boys played basketball at the park.
  2. I gave dem apples from my tree.
  3. Dem teachers are very nice.
  4. My mom took dem to the zoo.
  5. Dem kids are so cute!

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