State-a-you

exp.

Heard in Limerick

An expression of shock at someone's dreadful appearance or attire.

In use

State-a-you!

Posh English

Good heavens, the state of you!

  • StateA dreadful mess or terrible condition. Also used to comment on someone's dishevelled or…
  • State a him laAn unflattering assessment of someone's dreadful appearance.
  • State of emAn expression of disapproval at someone's unkempt or dishevelled appearance.
  • State a yaaYou look unwell or in a bad state.
  • State ofCondition of someone, their appearance. Usually meant as a criticism of the person.
  • State of himAn expression of disbelief or disdain regarding a person's dishevelled appearance or…