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Do Scots say Eejit?

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Do Scots say Eejit?

The word eejit is still used a lot in Scotland. It means idiot, and I think it is just a corruption of the English word. Terry Wogan claims it’s Irish but Collins English Dictionary says it is Scots and Irish. …

What does Eejit mean in Ireland?

an idiot
Irish slang definition of the word “eejit”. One of the most common Irishisms. Like an idiot or a fool but much nicer and friendlier. Even smart and intelligent people can act the feckin eejit.

Is Eejit a swear word?

(Ireland, slang, derogatory) An objectionable person, usually female. Eejit – is the Irish English equivalent and is common in fictional and vernacular dialogue. It doesn’t connote mental retardation – an idiot can – instead signalling foolish behaviour, be it chronic or occasional.

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What does Buck Eejit mean?

Buck eejit: A term that I love. It basically means somebody’s stupid. Eejit is an Irish term for idiot, or someone who’s annoying. Craic: Well, that’s the most famous expression we have in all of Ireland.

Is Feck a swear word?

Actually feck is not a swear word at all. It is a miss spelling of the Irish word for “see” which is “féach”. It is pronounced feck.

What is a Bambot?

(Scotland, slang, derogatory) Idiot; an objectionable and foolish person.

Is Wee a Scottish or Irish word?

Technically, wee is supposed to refer to small things, but in Ireland, that is not always the case. Instead, the word ‘wee’ is used to describe absolutely everything.

What are Irish insults?

16 Common Irish Insults and Bold Irish Curses

  • Tool. Ah, tool.
  • Dryshite. I haven’t heard this one used that much as of late.
  • Pup. This is another relatively tame one.
  • Huair/Hoor (an Irish insult with both an offensive and a playful meaning)
  • Wagon.
  • Thick.
  • Gobshite (a much-loved Irish insult)
  • Bollocks.
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What is a GEG Irish slang?

noun. 1Northern Irish informal A person who is lively or entertaining company. ‘your woman’s a geg’

What does bout ye mean?

How are you
Bout Ye!: Greeting, How are you? “

What is sod in British slang?

sod in British English (sɒd ) slang, mainly British. noun. a person considered to be obnoxious. a jocular word for a person.