Right

n.

Heard in Cork and Offaly

A word used to emphasise that someone or something is exactly as described, often pejoratively.

That fella is a right eejit!

Posh English

That fellow is a complete and utter fool!

Same phrase, other counties

• Offaly

Related terms

• Right ya be!You are dead right!
• A right rubHint, or to try to tease someone or get a reaction.
• Are ye right?An inquiry meaning "Shall we go?" or "Are you ready?"
• Aye right hiAn expression of disbelief.
• Be janey jappers, be gar thats rightAn expression of emphatic agreement or confirmation.
• Be jez a right oneAn exclamation of delight or strong approval, frequently heard along GAA sidelines.