What does scarlet mean in Ireland?

Scarlet – ‘I was Scarlet’ or ‘Scarlet for you’ is what Irish people (usually from Dublin) say when something horribly embarrassing happens, referring to being red-faced.

What are wains in Ireland?

‘Wains’ is used to refer to children.

What is a slabber in Ireland?

Slabber: A show off. So it is/so I am: A phrase used for emphasis e.g. “I’m delighted, so I am”

What’s a Geebag?

Noun. geebag (plural geebags) (Ireland, slang) A person, usually female, characterised as having been the recipient of a large amount of sperm. (Ireland, slang) A person who enjoys sex, usually female. (Ireland, slang) A prostitute.

What is a wee Wain?

Picture: TSPL. Derived from wee, meaning little, and ane meaning one, wean is a word most commonly used in the West of Scotland to refer to a young child, and is sometimes also spoken as wee yin or ‘little one’.

What is a Hallian?

noun. informal, derogatory Scottish, Northern Irish. A worthless or contemptible person.

What is a dirty Hallion?

Hallion. A loud, ill-educated person, given to prolonged rants about subjects he or she knows little about.

Are there any slang words used in Ireland?

Indeed, since the dawn of time, the Irish have managed to invent our very own slang words and phrases to unleash on all unfamiliar with the lingo! In this article, we highlight the most commonly heard Irish idioms and words, their meanings, and examples of how they are used in everyday speech. You will be talking like a seasoned pro in no time!

What do you call an idiot in Ireland?

Gobsh*te: Used across all Irish counties, gobsh*te is our own special term for a fool or an idiot. Latchico: For some, this is the definitive Cork slong slang. Its origins are debated (but most likely dirty). Regardless get called a latchico and you need to take a long hard look in the mirror.

What do you call something that is bad in Ireland?

You can use this word to say something is bad or awful. According to Ireland Calling it’s most likely short for the phrase “cat on a melodeon.” A melodeon is a small organ, so we can imagine a feline walking across one would not sound that great.

What’s the meaning of the Irish phrase Banjaxed?

Banjaxed Banjaxed is another lovely Irish expression. It’s used to describe something (or someone) that’s not working/broken. For example, ‘Did you get it printed?’ ‘No, the thing’s banjaxed sure’ or ‘The f*cking car won’t start again – the engine’s banjaxed’.