Ara

n.

Heard in Kerry, Mayo, Roscommon and Galway

An interjection used at the beginning of a sentence, the same as yerrah. Also: sure.

In use

Ara we will I bose" "Ara mite aswel milk the cows while there not straining the spuds!

Posh English

Well certainly we shall, my good fellow. One may as well milk the cows while they are not straining the potatoes.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Ara cod?!Expressing disbelief or shock. Another way of saying are you serious or joking.
  • Ara shite it anywayAn exclamation expressing frustration or mild exasperation.
  • Ara shyteAn expression of sheer dejection.
  • Ara sure hereAn expression used to attract attention before asking for elaboration.
  • Ara will ya whisht up will yaWill you be quiet.
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