Jayz

n.

Heard in Sligo, Offaly, Cavan and Kerry

Exclamation of surprise or emphasis, used in Sligo.

Jayz lawdz I am deee-uced

Posh English

Good heavens, gentlemen, I am utterly undone!

Same phrase, other counties

• Offaly
• Cavan
• Kerry

Related terms

• Ah jayzAn exclamation of disbelief, frustration, or absolute astonishment.
• Lads aboveAn expression of surprise or astonishment. Also used for emphasis.
• Chrisht ur makin an awful racketTo be creating a considerable amount of noise.
• Are you startin?A challenge implying the other party is seeking a fight.