Derry Slang
Derry slang, straight from the people who use it. Here are the best Derry words and phrases on slang.ie, most popular first, each with a meaning and a Posh English translation.
Aye right hiDerry
An expression of disbelief.
Felix Healy's yer uncle? Aye right hi
GanderDerry +5
A quick look or inspection of something.
I'm away down the town for a wee gander like.
A face like a busted cabbageDerry
An unflattering description of someone who is visually unattractive.
Aye, she hoz a face like a busted cabbage hiy!
MuckerDerry +2
A trusted friend, companion, or fellow.
What's the story, mucker, are we off for a pint or what?
Hi surDerry
North County Derry only. To attract a man or lad's attention before asking a question or making a statement.
Hi sur! Where were you last night? Hi sur! That's some motor you have.
Bout ye?Derry +1
A colloquial salutation used to enquire after someone's well-being.
Bout ye, Mickey, how has life been treating you lately?
Shit wanDerry
An expression used when something unfortunate occurs.
Mey granny died the other night lawd.
Awh shit wan!DanderDerry +2
A walk.
Look at the bandy legs an yer mawn goin' for a dander. He must be burstin' for a pump!
Wind yer neck inDerry
Calm down; be quiet; retract your aggression.
If you don't wind yer neck in I'm gonny lamp ye
Sweet to the beatDerry
An expression of delight, meaning brilliant. Alternatives are "Belter" and "Magic hiy!"
Sweet to the beat, I'll meet yousens later an down baiee wulwufs! Belter! Magic hiy!
A threatening warning issued to parasites, freeloaders or those seeking to take advantage.
Piss off ya bert or I'll rip yer heeed off
JivinDerry +1
Ugly or repulsive in appearance.
Did ye see the shape of yer man? He's pure jivin'
QuimDerry +1
Yet another word for the female private bit.
I'd love a bit of quim tonight
BertDerry
An insult. When someone makes a statement this is a common put down.
The drum solo in Moby Dick is shite so it is
Fuck up ya bert would ye?
Look at the shape a yer man, he's a pure bert hi!
Ya fuckin bertHead on thon like a bastard calfDerry
An exceptionally unfortunate facial appearance, likened to a newborn calf.
Sweet suffering Jesus, look at the head on thon like a bastard calf!
ThranDerry +1
Unreasonably stubborn, contrary, or obstinate.
Ah she won't budge an inch, she's just that thran altogether.
Yur wan dickDerry
Used when one is offended by, or aggrevated by another.
Why'd ye do that hi. yur wan dick. (wan usually pronounced waaaaan)
Yer head's a marleyDerry
I have doubts about your sanity.
Aye right hi, yer head's a marley.
Are ye alright there? Or are ye gettin?Derry
Common greeting by a shop assistant meaning hello and can I help you.
Are ye alright there? (chewing gum)
Are ye gettin? (with grumpy face)Take your oilDerry
Accepting your situation. Having no defence when in the wrong.
I missed my deadline, I'm going to get sacked.
Take Your oil