Aye

n.

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

Yes.

In use

Is that your ma over there?" "Aye

Posh English

Is that your esteemed mother over there? Affirmative.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Ah sure begod aye!An enthusiastic phrase of agreement meaning yes indeed or absolutely.
  • Aye boyAn affirmative response meaning yes, certainly.
  • Aye right hiAn expression of disbelief.
  • God ayeAn expression of agreement combined with amazement.
  • Yes boyA cheerful conversational greeting used to initiate chat.
  • Yes laudA greeting.