Interjection. gwan. (nonstandard) Pronunciation spelling of go on.
What does Gwan mean slang?
go on
(Gwan = go on; you will hear this being screamed numerous times during matches, whether it’s Gaelic football, hurling, or soccer.)
Why do British people say Wagwan?
What does wagwan mean? Wagwan is a way to say What’s going on? in Jamaican English, used throughout the Jamaican diaspora (or where Jamaican people live outside of Jamaica), especially in South London.
Is Wagwan a British term?
From Jamaican English “what go on”, a modified form of Standard English “what’s going on”.
How do I reply to Wagwan?
You could respond with any variation of answers, from “Mi deh yah” (I am here) to “Nutt’n” (nothing), to “Mi a look pon you, di betta one” (I’m looking at you, the better one). If you want to be funny, you could even say, “Mi deh yere a look out a mi two yeye dem” (I’m here looking out of my two eyes).
What do the Irish call a girl?
Cailín
“Cailín” means “girl” in the Irish language. A lot of Irish people still use this word even when speaking in English. The plural, “Cailíní,” is also commonly used, for example, “I’m meeting up with the cailíní later on.” One of our absolute favorite Irish phrases!
What language is gwan?
Learn the Jamaican Patois Word – gwan.
Who can’t say Wagwan?
Who can say wagwan? Many people argue that white people should not use the phrase – but Grime MC Big Narstie believes the problem is culture not colour. He explained to BBC Three: “I’ve got white friends who say wagwan and they’re not being fake by saying wagwan because they’ll smash your face in.
What does innit mean in British?
isn’t it
Is London slang Jamaican?
London youths are combining Jamaican patois with traditional “black” street and hip-hop language, cockney elements, and influences from Polish, Turkish, and South Asian influences to create a unique hybrid. It’s referred to as an urban dialect in London known as MLE – Multicultural London English.
What does Bloodclaat mean in UK slang?
Literally, “blood cloth” — traditionally, a sanitary napkin.
Why do British people say Mandem?
What does mandem mean? Mandem is UK slang for a group of men or people in general, like one’s crew, boys, or mates.
Why is London slang Jamaican?
The popularity of Jamaican music in the UK, such as reggae and ska, led to the emergence of slang rooted in Jamaican patois being used in the UK, setting the foundation for what would later become known as MLE.
What is Roadman slang?
Roadman: Roadman comes from the 21st century slang word, describing a boy (normally at a teenage age) as someone who thoroughly knows the ins and outs of his area, and the people in the area – he will also be involved in popular events such as trapping, driving (cruising), parties etc. -Urban Dictionary.
What is a Piff Ting?
Wagwan means what’s going on and piff ting means an attractive person. So wagwan piff ting would mean what’s going on attractive person.
What is my G mean?
Definitions of myg. one ten thousandth of a centner. synonyms: myriagram. type of: metric weight unit, weight unit. a decimal unit of weight based on the gram.
What do Irish call kissing?
Póg
Póg. This is the Irish word for a “kiss” e.g. “give us a póg” or even cuter a “póigín”.
What do Irish call their lovers?
“Mo chara” is used for a man or “Mo cara” is for a woman; “Mo Anam Cara” means “my soul mate” and can be found on one of our necklaces, bracelets, rings and even framed art.
What do Irish men call their girlfriends?
Acushla comes from the Irish Gaelic cuisle, which can mean “darling” but more literally means “pulse” or “vein.” It’s an adaptation of the Irish Gaelic a cuisle (“oh darling”). Cuisle was sometimes also paired with ma to give us macushla (“my darling”), as well as our next term of endearment….
What are Jamaican slang words?
Latest Jamaican Slang
A dat wid you * That’s how you are – used to comment on someone’s (bad) habits. A mi fi tell yu! * That’s right – used to show agreement with something you’ve been told.
Is Peng Jamaican slang?
I’ve never heard it, but peng is UK slang of Jamaican Patois origin. It now means anything good, or someone attractive. It earlier referred to strong marijuana in the UK, and marijuana in Jamaica.