How Well Do You Know Irish Slangs?

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Do you wonder why slangs are popular? It is because they are colloquial. Irish English as a dialect is rich with slangs like some other dialects which are popular and used in everyday life. Short words like cheers, drunk, bang on, black stuff, are peculiar to Ireland. You already know them? Let's see if you do in this quiz.

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  • 2. 
    What is the Irish slang for a serous illness? - ProProfs

    What is the Irish slang for a serous illness?

    • Health load

    • Bad dose

    • Dear infirmity

    • Good work

    Correct Answer
    A. Bad dose
    Explanation
    The Irish slang for a serious illness is "bad dose." This phrase is commonly used to describe a significant or severe illness in Irish slang.

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  • 3. 
    "She is good for a snog" means  - ProProfs

    "She is good for a snog" means 

    • She is good as a friend

    • She is good as a company

    • She is good for a ride

    • She is good for a kiss

    Correct Answer
    A. She is good for a kiss
    Explanation
    The phrase "She is good for a snog" is a colloquial expression that means she is good for a kiss. "Snog" is a British slang term for a passionate kiss or making out. Therefore, the correct answer is "She is good for a kiss."

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  • 4. 
    In Ireland, someone who is drunk is said to be  - ProProfs

    In Ireland, someone who is drunk is said to be 

    • Drowned

    • Snogged

    • Sniffed

    • Langered

    Correct Answer
    A. Langered
    Explanation
    In Ireland, someone who is drunk is said to be "Langered". This is a colloquial term used to describe someone who is heavily intoxicated. It is likely derived from the word "langer", which is a slang term for the male genitalia in some parts of Ireland. The term "Langered" is used humorously to describe someone who is so drunk that they are unable to control their actions or speech.

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    What does "Chancer" means in the context of Ireland? - ProProfs

    What does "Chancer" means in the context of Ireland?

    • Someone who prays a lot

    • Someone who bullies

    • Someone who steals

    • Someone who fool others

    Correct Answer
    A. Someone who fool others
    Explanation
    In the context of Ireland, "Chancer" refers to someone who fools others. This term is commonly used to describe someone who is deceitful or manipulative, often taking advantage of others for personal gain.

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  • 6. 
    What is the Irish slang for "cheers"? - ProProfs

    What is the Irish slang for "cheers"?

    • Slainte

    • Yeanks

    • Thanks

    • Applaud

    Correct Answer
    A. Slainte
    Explanation
    The Irish slang for "cheers" is "Slainte." This term is commonly used in Ireland to toast and express good wishes while raising a glass. It is derived from the Irish word "sláinte," which means "health."

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  • 7. 
    The Irish slang for a male young man is _________ - ProProfs

    The Irish slang for a male young man is _________

    • Boyo

    • Boily

    • Youngster

    • Bimbo

    Correct Answer
    A. Boyo
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Boyo". In Irish slang, "Boyo" is used to refer to a male young man. It is a colloquial term commonly used in Ireland to address or describe a young man, often in a friendly or affectionate manner.

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  • 8. 
    What is the Irish informal name for a left-handed person? - ProProfs

    What is the Irish informal name for a left-handed person?

    • Cab man

    • Mage

    • Cot

    • Ciotog

    Correct Answer
    A. Ciotog
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Ciotog". In Irish, "Ciotog" is the informal name for a left-handed person.

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  • 9. 
    The word "Foddered" is used when someone have ________ - ProProfs

    The word "Foddered" is used when someone have ________

    • Clapped

    • Eaten

    • Died

    • Prayed

    Correct Answer
    A. Eaten
    Explanation
    The word "foddered" is used when someone has eaten. Fodder is food, especially dried hay or straw, that is given to animals. Therefore, when someone is "foddered," it means they have consumed food.

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  • 10. 
    The term "Chiseler" is peculiar to which of these places in Ireland? - ProProfs

    The term "Chiseler" is peculiar to which of these places in Ireland?

    • Kerry

    • Carlow

    • Galway

    • Dublin

    Correct Answer
    A. Dublin
    Explanation
    The term "Chiseler" is peculiar to Dublin in Ireland. This term is used to refer to someone who is cunning or deceitful, often in a financial or business context. It is a colloquialism that is commonly used in Dublin to describe individuals who engage in dishonest or fraudulent practices.

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