British Slang
In this episode, I look at some really common slang phrases from the UK. Have you heard these before? Leave a comment below and practise making your own examples!
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Slang Words
1. Mate
This means “friend”, but (in my experience) is usually used for people you don’t know so well.
Hey watch it mate. I’m walking here.
2. Chuffed
Very pleased, satisfied, happy
I bet you’re chuffed with your exam results!
3. Well
Used instead of “very” or “really”.
That’s well good mate! I bet you were well chuffed.
4. To Skive
To skip school or work, to not go somewhere you’re expected to go.
I skived school because I wanted to play in the snow.
5. Minging
Disgusting, gross (often pronounced without the final “g”)
My bedroom needs to be repainted. The walls look mining!
6. Sick
Very cool, amazing
Mate, that skateboard trick was sick! I can’t believe you did that.
7. Nutter
Crazy person (positive or negative)
You’re a nutter! I would never go swimming in this cold water.
8. Dodgy
Suspicious, unsafe appearance, dangerous
This is a dodgy part of town, so keep an eye on your bag.
9. Cheers
Thanks (more casual)
Cheers for the help!
10. Give me a bell
Contact me, text me
Give me a bell and say hi!
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