Schkelp

v.

Heard in Sligo, Kilkenny, Mayo, Cork, Wexford, Galway and Offaly

To give someone a few sharp blows or belts.

I took a few Schkelps outta him

Posh English

I administered a few sharp blows to the fellow.

Same phrase, other counties

• Mayo
• Cork
• Wexford
• Galway
• Offaly

Related terms

• Few barsTo sing a few verses of a song.
• Few poundA small amount of monetary funds, typically a few coins or notes.
• Few scoopsA few alcoholic drinks.
• Few scoupsTo go out for a few drinks.
• Few tinniesA few cans of alcoholic drink.
• Cuppla digsA few blows or punches.