Canadians have a variety of slang alternatives to yes, including generic things such as yeah, uh-huh, yep, and even something like “OK”. Canadians are particularly fond of the phrase “Oh yah, no, for sure,” and also in general prefer “yah” to “yes” in many regions … Read more
There were many different terms for men in the 1920s, depending on what kind of men they were. From the simplest, most generic terms that could describe just about any man, to the most specific and odd-sounding to the modern ear, there were terms for … 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
The 1980s was a decade filled with vibrant culture, and the slang that came out of it reflected that energy. Especially when it came to talking about money. Whether you were hustling on the streets or cruising through a neon-lit mall, there were plenty of … Read more
Common slang terms for fun in the 1920s included terms like “jumpin’”, “on a toot,” or “berries”. These were terms that would describe going out and having fun, or a particularly fun or eventful night or show. “The cat’s pajamas” was another common term used … Read more
The most common slang term for a party in the 1950s was “bash”. This one was more or less universal as a slang term for parties of any kind. “Klatch” was another common slang term for a gathering in the 1950s. Other terms that were … Read more
The Australians are big drinkers, and naturally, that leads to a good deal of slang terms arising to describe it all. There are a great many general slang terms for alcohol as a whole, from the weakest beer to the strongest spirits. There are also … Read more
The Spanish love a bit of gossip just like anyone else. Whether you’re in Mexico or Spain, there are plenty of slang terms to describe the kind of gossip you’re talking about, too. Today, we’re going to look at some of the most common slang … Read more
There are some slang terms for girls in New Zealand, such as “hottie” or “babe” for an attractive girl. More general terms which skirt the borders of being true slang are things like “wahine,” an old Maori term used for women and still used to … 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