Some of the most common slang terms for party in the 1920s included “wingding”, “bash”, and “blow”. Many other terms we still use today were either in use by the 1920s or arose during them, such as “beano” or “blowout”. Different parties used many different … Read more
The most common slang terms for money in the 1920s were things like “buck” and “dough”. Depending on where you were, you might also hear “Mazuma” and “moolah”. Most of the slang terms for money from this time have survived until today and you’ll still … Read more
The 1920s was a time of fast talk, big personalities, and plenty of colorful slang. If someone was spouting nonsense, people had no shortage of words to call it out. Some of these terms have stood the test of time, while others have faded into … Read more
Common terms for dancing or dancers in the 1920s included “hoofer” and “heeler” for a good and a bad dancer respectively. A dance itself was often called a “hops”. If a dancer would not leave the dancefloor they were called a “floorflusher”. Other more specific … Read more
The Irish may have an exceedingly friendly reputation in the world today, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t more than capable of expressing their annoyance with you. Irish slang is a wonderful and diverse beast with countless ways to say just about anything. So, when … Read more
You have to travel a fairly long way to find a country where there is no drinking culture whatsoever. Most countries like a drink to some extent, and Ireland is no exception. Drinking is a common pastime of many Irish people both young and old, … Read more
You’re probably familiar with at least one or two terms used in Irish slang to describe girls. You hear them in the movies and on TV. And while you’re probably right about the ones you’ve got in your head at the moment, there area actually … Read more
Ever had that heart-stopping moment on the road? Whether it’s a close call or an actual bump, car accidents are a part of driving we all hope to avoid. But when they do happen, the Brits have a whole dictionary of terms to describe every … Read more
Ever noticed how many different names we have for our dads? It’s not just “father” – oh no, we Brits love mixing it up. Whether it’s the affectionate “Dad” that takes you back to childhood memories or the playful “Old Man” that makes you smile, … Read more
Talking about our sons comes with its own set of special words and phrases. In Britain, there’s a whole collection of slang terms that parents and family members use to describe or talk to their boys. From “little man” to “sprog,” each of these terms … Read more