If there’s one drink that is associated with Ireland other than Guinness, it’s whiskey. Irish whiskey brands are among the most popular in the world, and indeed it is one of the most popular drinks in the country, too. With that, then, comes slang terms … Read more
Meals are impossible to escape from. Most of us eat at least three every day, so linguistically, it’s really important to delineate those and break them down into categories so we are all on the same page about when and what we’re eating. The evening … Read more
The Irish are internationally renowned for their friendly nature. They are extremely welcoming people and love nothing more than to make visitors in their country feel welcome. Naturally, this joviality extends to their own people, too, and so the Irish over the years have come … Read more
The most common Irish slang term for fun is “craic”. This can have some subtly different meanings, but in general it is a slang term for fun of one kind or another. This is used throughout Ireland by all generations. Other terms include “hooley”, an … Read more
Australia is an enormous country, but the vast majority of the population lives on and around the coasts. The nation boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and internationally it’s known for its vibrant “beach culture”. The beautiful weather and white sand … 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
The most common British slang for face is “mug”. This one is used and understood throughout most of Britain. Another common but less widely used term is “phiz” or “phizog”. Some others include “clock,” “kisser” or “dial”, though these are much less common. “Boat race” … Read more
There are several British slang terms which can go in place of “no”. Simple alterations of no, such as “nope” or “nah”, are most common. Common phrases for no such as “not on your life,” “not on your nellie,” or sometimes phrases like “you’re joking” … Read more
Britain has some of the oldest and most notorious prisons in the world. Its rich history involves a great many kings and other high and mighty folks imprisoning their political enemies and being imprisoned themselves. Out of such a long history of imprisoning and prisons, … Read more
The most widely used British slang words for poor are skint or strapped. These are ways of saying you or someone else has no money. There are other phrases such as “tightening your belt,” though this just implies a careful budgeting as opposed to outright … Read more