Shay

exp.

Heard in Leitrim

Sarcastic expression of disbelief. Abbreviation of "I would say so."

In use

(The teacher) 'You'll read the part of Maggie; you have a good strong voice.' (Yer wan) 'I'd shay!'

Posh English

I should rather think so.

  • YokeA quick way of calling attention to something you can't think of the name of.
  • SavageAn intensifier denoting something or someone as exceptionally good or impressive.
  • Yer wanA casual reference to an unnamed girl or woman, the feminine counterpart to 'yer man'.
  • Ah go away!An expression of disbelief.