Aye

n.

Heard in Donegal, Louth, Monaghan, Offaly, Limerick, Derry and Roscommon

The standard affirmative response; yes.

In use

Aye, I'll head into de town once de rain clears up a bit like.

Posh English

Yes, I shall venture into the town centre once the precipitation abates slightly.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Aye boyAn affirmative response meaning yes, certainly.
  • Ah sure begod aye!An enthusiastic phrase of agreement meaning yes indeed or absolutely.
  • Aye right hiAn expression of disbelief.
  • God ayeAn expression of agreement combined with amazement.
  • Ay/ IAn affirmative response meaning yes.
  • PositiveAn affirmative response meaning yes.