Money talks, but it’s got a whole lot of nicknames too. Whether you’re saving your pennies or splashing out on a big purchase, the way we talk about money can say a lot about us. From the classic “bucks” to the playful “dough,” every term … Read more
Cannabis goes by a lot of names, and it seems like new ones pop up all the time. Whether you call it weed, pot, Mary Jane, or something more creative, each name has its own vibe and story. It’s not just about being cool or … Read more
When it comes to talking about the police, it seems like every place has its own set of nicknames. Some are funny, some are a bit cheeky, and others are just plain practical. In this article, we’re going to check out the different slang terms … Read more
When it comes to talking about breasts, it seems like everyone’s got their own way of saying it. From cheeky nicknames to classic slang, the words we use are as varied as the reasons we talk about them. In this article, we’re diving into the … Read more
When it comes to talking about alcohol, we’ve got as many words for it as there are types to drink. From a laid-back beer with friends to a fancy night out, our slang for booze is as diverse as our reasons for enjoying it. In … Read more
Australia, a country as diverse in its geography as it is in its colloquial expressions, has garnered a variety of nicknames and terms that reflect its unique regions and cultural identity. From “Oz” to “The Sunshine State,” these names offer more than just shorthand; they … Read more
Australians most often refer to Christmas as “Chrissie” or “Chrissy”. This is by far the most uniquely Australian and widely used slang term in Australia for Christmas. Many other more generic slang terms are also used in Australia for Christmas such as “Xmas,” “prezzie” for … Read more
The most common Irish slang terms for cool include things like “grand”, “boss” and “fab”. These are common in the English speaking world though certainly have a uniquely Irish character as well. Beyond these, you may hear any number of common slang terms for cool … Read more
The most common Irish slang terms for boy are “fella” and “lad”. These can be used to describe a man or boy of any age and are by far the most commonly used. “Wain” is a term which can describe both boys and girls so … Read more
Police informants are often a key focus of local slang. Naturally, criminal elements of society are far more likely to use slang as almost a form of code. Even if you are not outright criminal, you may well still feel it a moral imperative not … Read more