Greetings in Trinidad & Tobago: "Good Morning" and the Liming Vibe

Trinidadian greetings are time-specific, warm, and musical:

Standard Daily

• Morning (until ~12): "Good morning" (often "Mornin'").
• Afternoon (~12–4/5): "Good afternoon" ("Afternoon").
• Evening/Night: "Good evening" ("Evenin'").

Casual / Friends

• "How yuh doin'?" / "How yuh stay?" (How are you?)
• "Wha' happenin'?" / "Wha' de scene?" (What's up?)
• "Alright?" (British-style acknowledgment).
• "Boss" / "Chief" / "Partner" / "Bredren" / "Sistren" — affectionate address.

Physical

Handshake (firm, eye contact) often + shoulder bump / fist bump / snap. Hugs/kiss cheek for close friends/family.

Cultural Note

"Liming" = hanging out socializing. Greetings flow into conversation. Not acknowledging someone = rude. Eye contact + smile expected.