I have never ever heard the phrase “Strawberry Creams” to mean ‘Breasts”?ħ0. In the States “Fired” can mean this too, but in Britain “Fired” means you were let go because you did something wrongĦ5. Dogs Dinner, means to dress messily or uncoordinated, “you look like a dogs dinner”ĥ7, Made Redundant, means to lose a job through no fault. Pants refers to any under pants for both genders, ‘panties’ would only be worn by womenĥ4. Taking the Piss means to directly make fun of someone usually in a negative wayĤ5. Pretty good overall but a few were a little off the markĢ8, a Punter is most often used to describe someone placing any bet or a wager “taking a punt on a horse” although it can mean a customer in generalģ1, Taking the Piss, doesn’t mean screwing around, that would be “pissing about”, Sorry about the unashamed display of slang but my point is there.In the jails of London town which is undoubtedly where most slang thrives and can even be necessary,the vast majority will use many of these words at some time or another.There is newer slang coming in from the youts and some will stick about for a long time whilst some will just vanish.The same thing happens with every new generation.But to say that most people under 40 don’t use these examples is just plain wrong….trust! Slang translations in brackets: Back in the day (a long time ago) I was a bit of a rude boy (juvenile delinquent) and did my fair share of bird (time in prison) for twoccing (stealing,taking without owners consent) rides(cars) and serving up (distributing) gear(drugs) Now I’m not trying to give it large(impress) by saying this but inside(in prison) is where you’re likely to clock(notice,hear)the most patter(patois,slang) I’ve done bird (served time) in London jails like Wanno(Wandsworth) Fetham and the Ville(Pentonville)and have used and clocked(noticed,heard) spars(friends) and the next man(other people)use shitloads(alot)of these words bare (many) times. What’s your favorite? Let us know in the comments!
Then check out Anglotopia’s Dictionary of British English – Brit Slang from A to Zed! It`s monkeys outside – it is very coldĭid you enjoy this list? It may be perfect at the time of your trip. Horses for Courses – Won’t work for someone elseĩ3. Her Majesty’s Pleasure – To be in prisonĨ6. I’m Off to Bedfordshire – Going to bed or to the new Boku Casino.Ĩ5. Anorak – A person weirdly interested in somethingĨ4. Don’t Get Your Knickers in a Twist – Don’t Get worked upĨ2. DIY – Do It Yourself home improvementsħ2. See a Man About a Dog – Do a deal or take a dumpĦ1. Throw a Spanner in the Works – Screw upĥ9. Anti-Clockwise – We Say Counter ClockwiseĤ6. There are some rather rude words and phrases on this list – you’ve been warned! Anglotopia’s Top 100 Favorite British Slang Words and Phrases 1. Perfect for planning your travel to the UK. Oftentimes, it’s not so much the word itself that’s awesome – but the usage of it, so we’ve included what the word means approximately ‘in American.’ Consider this your brief primer guide to English Slang words and phrases. Here’s our list of our top 100 favorite British slang words and phrases. Some are hilarious, some are rude, and some are… interesting. Anglotopia’s Grand Adventure – Land’s End to John O’Groatsīritish Slang is a fountain of beautiful words that we don’t normally use in America.Great Britons Book: Top 50 Greatest Brits Who Ever Lived.
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