Can You Translate Irish Slang?

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Try to make sense of some Irish slang words or expressions. Do you know what they mean? It's another language! Do you know what each one means or do you have to guess?

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1.

What do the following mean?Have a dekko
- A.
  
  Put up some decking
- B.
  
  Own a newt
- C.
  
  Take a look
Correct Answer
C. Take a look

Explanation
The phrase "Have a dekko" is an informal way of saying "Take a look." "Put up some decking" refers to the act of installing a wooden platform or floor outside, typically in a garden or patio area. "Own a newt" means to possess or have a pet newt, which is a type of small amphibian. Therefore, the correct answer "Take a look" is the most appropriate interpretation for the given phrases.

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2.

Doing a line
- A.
  
  Snorting cocaine
- B.
  
  Going out with someone
- C.
  
  Dancing like an American cowboy
Correct Answer
B. Going out with someone

Explanation
The phrase "going out with someone" typically refers to dating or being in a romantic relationship with someone. In the given options, "snorting cocaine" and "dancing like an American cowboy" do not match the meaning of "going out with someone." Therefore, the correct answer is "going out with someone" as it is the only option that fits the given phrase.

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3.

Taking the hump
- A.
  
  Riding a camel
- B.
  
  Riding over a speed bump
- C.
  
  Having a sulk
Correct Answer
C. Having a sulk

Explanation
The phrase "Taking the hump" is an idiom that means to be in a bad mood or to have a sulk. It is often used to describe someone who is easily offended or upset. The other options, riding a camel and riding over a speed bump, do not have the same meaning as "Taking the hump" and are not idiomatic expressions. Therefore, the correct answer is "Having a sulk."

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4.

Foundered
- A.
  
  Cold
- B.
  
  Lost
- C.
  
  Born
Correct Answer
A. Cold

Explanation
The word "foundered" means to fail or collapse, usually in reference to a business or project. In this context, the word "cold" is the correct answer because it is the opposite of "hot" and can be used to describe a temperature that is below normal or not warm. The other options, "lost" and "born," do not have any direct relationship with the word "foundered" or the concept of temperature.

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5.

Your noggin
- A.
  
  Your friend
- B.
  
  Your head
- C.
  
  Your Christmas present
Correct Answer
B. Your head

Explanation
The answer is "Your head" because the word "noggin" is a colloquial term used to refer to one's head. It is often used in an informal or playful manner to describe the top part of the body where the brain is located. Therefore, in this context, "Your noggin" is synonymous with "Your head".

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6.

On the pigs back
- A.
  
  Very fortunate
- B.
  
  Eating fried breakfast
- C.
  
  In cloud cuckoo land
Correct Answer
A. Very fortunate

Explanation
The phrase "on the pig's back" is an idiom that means to be very fortunate or to be in a very advantageous position. This phrase is often used to describe someone who is experiencing great success or good luck. It implies that the person is in a position of abundance and is enjoying the benefits of their good fortune. Therefore, the correct answer "Very fortunate" accurately reflects the meaning of the idiom "on the pig's back".

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7.

Yer head's cut!
- A.
  
  You have hurt yourself
- B.
  
  You are not well
- C.
  
  You don't know what you are talking about
Correct Answer
C. You don't know what you are talking about

Explanation
The phrase "Yer head's cut!" is a colloquial expression used to dismiss someone's statement or opinion as being nonsensical or untrue. It implies that the person speaking is not thinking clearly or is misinformed. Therefore, the correct answer "You don't know what you are talking about" accurately reflects the meaning and intention behind the given phrase.

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8.

Dry up!
- A.
  
  Stop raining
- B.
  
  Turn on the heating
- C.
  
  Quit talking
Correct Answer
C. Quit talking

Explanation
The phrase "Dry up!" is commonly used to tell someone to stop talking or to be quiet. It can be seen as a command to cease speaking or to end a conversation. Therefore, the correct answer is "Quit talking".

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9.

Your mucker
- A.
  
  Your friend
- B.
  
  Your cleaner
- C.
  
  Your gardener
Correct Answer
A. Your friend

Explanation
The correct answer is "Your friend" because a friend is someone who is close to you and shares a bond of trust and companionship. They are someone you can rely on, confide in, and spend time with. The other options - mucker, cleaner, and gardener - do not necessarily imply a close relationship or friendship.

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10.

Banjaxed
- A.
  
  Funny
- B.
  
  Complicated
- C.
  
  Broken
Correct Answer
C. Broken

Explanation
The word "banjaxed" is not commonly used and may not be familiar to many people. However, based on the given options, "broken" is the most logical choice. "Funny" and "complicated" do not accurately describe the meaning of "banjaxed", while "broken" aligns with the idea of something being damaged or not functioning properly.

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11.

Yes!
- A.
  
  Hello!
- B.
  
  Of course!
- C.
  
  No way!
Correct Answer
A. Hello!
12.

Ructions
- A.
  
  Big trouble
- B.
  
  Lots of money
- C.
  
  Fast driving
Correct Answer
A. Big trouble

Explanation
The given answer "Big trouble" is likely the correct answer because it is the only option that is related to the given words "Ructions, Lots of money, Fast driving". "Big trouble" can be associated with all of these words, as fast driving can lead to trouble, and trouble can potentially involve lots of money. Therefore, "Big trouble" seems to be the most fitting choice based on the given information.

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13.

A lick and a promise!
- A.
  
  A quick snog
- B.
  
  A quick and careless cleaning or wash
- C.
  
  A slow languorous bath
Correct Answer
B. A quick and careless cleaning or wash

Explanation
The phrase "a lick and a promise" is an idiomatic expression that means to do something quickly and without much effort or thoroughness. It is often used to describe a hasty or superficial cleaning or wash. In this context, it suggests that the person is not taking their time or putting much effort into the task, but rather doing it quickly and carelessly.

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14.

That's sticking out!
- A.
  
  Your fly is open!
- B.
  
  It's cold outside!
- C.
  
  That's fantastic!
Correct Answer
C. That's fantastic!

Explanation
The phrase "That's fantastic!" is the correct answer because it is the only phrase that conveys a positive and enthusiastic response. The other options do not fit the context of the given statement. "Your fly is open!" is a comment about someone's clothing, "It's cold outside!" is a statement about the weather, and "That's sticking out!" is a vague phrase that does not provide any clear meaning. Therefore, "That's fantastic!" is the most appropriate response in this situation.

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15.

You are doolally!
- A.
  
  You are insane!
- B.
  
  You are walking too slow!
- C.
  
  You are making a commotion!
Correct Answer
A. You are insane!

Explanation
The phrase "You are insane!" is used to describe someone as crazy or mentally unstable. In this context, the statement "You are doolally!" is a British slang term that means the same thing as "You are insane!" Therefore, the correct answer is "You are insane!" as it accurately reflects the meaning of the given statement.

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Can You Translate Irish Slang?

What do the following mean?Have a dekko

Doing a line

Taking the hump

Foundered

Your noggin

On the pigs back

Yer head's cut!

Dry up!

Your mucker

Banjaxed

Yes!

Ructions

A lick and a promise!

That's sticking out!

You are doolally!