Kildare Slang, Page 2
More Kildare slang, numbers 41 to 80, most popular first, each with a short meaning. Click any word for examples and a Posh English translation.
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Irish for a money bag; used metaphorically for the scrotum.
Used at the start of a sentence to make it sound you aren't impressed.
Exceptionally good or attractive.
Not a problem at all.
An inquiry meaning "Shall we go?" or "Are you ready?"
Literally the Irish word for device or tool.
A drawn out greeting meaning hello, how are you, what's the story etc.
Casual affirmative response to a greeting, pronounced "aw-rhy".
A description of a person, which can be positive or negative depending on context.
I'd eat the hind legs off the lamb of God
FOLLOWED BY: And come back for the ewe!
A colloquial request for milk, typically added to a cup of tea.
An enquiry meaning "Anything happening?" or "Any news?"
An exclamation of shock or surprise.
To start a shift at work, usually by signing into a computer system.
A dubious or untrustworthy fellow.
Something excellent or first-rate.
A tough, resilient fellow; one of the boys.
A casual greeting equivalent to hello, how are you?
Big dirty penis.
Excellent or in high spirits.
An expression of sympathy meaning one would not like to be in that situation.
Exceedingly.
Describes something superlative that cannot be bettered.
To attack or fight someone.
In fine working order, dependable, or generally satisfactory.
To be sloppy or to do something in a slovenly manner.
The act of drinking a small measure of spirits before heading out for the evening.
Members of the Gardaí Síochána.
To call, phone or alert someone.
Appearance or get-up.
Irish for a young boy or lad.
Term often used to describe "boy racer" type, esp in a sarcastic tone.
Engaging in sexual intercourse.
A jocular greeting in a thick Kildare accent that gently mocks the local 'racer boys'…
A conversational closer indicating resignation or dismissal.
An expression of disbelief or indignation, akin to how dare you or watch yourself.
A quick, sneaky drink, jab, or look.
Testicles.
Stunningly modern or up to date in style.
A request to put the kettle on for tea.