Yup

n.

Heard in Galway and Wexford

An exclamation of delight or approval in reaction to good news.

In use

Steve you won, yup!

Posh English

Stephen, you have emerged victorious. Splendid news!

Same phrase, other counties

  • Yup o datA bogman's initial reaction upon hearing good news.
  • Yup ow datAn exclamation of excitement or approval.
  • Yup skip yupA jocular expression of delight, originally a gentle mockery of rural farmers.
  • Yup on dat traileur!An exhortation to encourage someone or something along.
  • Yup outtta datAn emphatic command to vacate one's current position or to desist from an action.
  • Good manAn expression of approval or encouragement for what someone says or does.