State

n.

Heard in Galway and Wexford

A bad or unfortunate situation.

In use

He was in a state the last day

Posh English

He was in a most unfortunate situation the other day.

Same phrase, other counties

  • State a yaaYou look unwell or in a bad state.
  • Look at da state of yaAn expression indicating that someone is in a particularly unkempt or filthy condition.
  • State a him laAn unflattering assessment of someone's dreadful appearance.
  • State a yu nd a bag of chipsA person with dyed hair styled into spikes.
  • State ofCondition of someone, their appearance. Usually meant as a criticism of the person.
  • State of emAn expression of disapproval at someone's unkempt or dishevelled appearance.