Slang, brands and symbols
| Slang | Meaning |
|---|---|
| On fleek | perfect |
| Ps | money – paper money or notes |
| Pagan | person who moves between gangs, or has no affiliation |
| Shank | stabbed, a knife |
What does PS mean slang?
“Post Script” is the most common definition for PS on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
What are some London slang words?
50 Must-Know British Slang Words and Phrases
- Bloke. “Bloke” would be the American English equivalent of “dude.”
- Lad. In the same vein as “bloke,” “lad” is used, however, for boys and younger men.
- Bonkers. Not necessarily intended in a bad way, “bonkers” means “mad” or “crazy.”
- Daft.
- To leg it.
- Trollied / Plastered.
- Quid.
- Dodgy.
Why is money referred to as PS?
“P’s” is the shortened form of “pounds”, which is British currency.
What does making PS mean?
So, what does PS stand for? This is an abbreviation that stands for postscript. It comes from the Latin word postscriptum. When translated, this word means “written after.” Therefore, it should come as no surprise that anything that follows the PS comes after the rest of the letter is already done.
Why do Brits say bloody?
Bloody. Don’t worry, it’s not a violent word… it has nothing to do with “blood”.”Bloody” is a common word to give more emphasis to the sentence, mostly used as an exclamation of surprise. Something may be “bloody marvellous” or “bloody awful“. Having said that, British people do sometimes use it when expressing anger…
What is the C word in London?
In the UK, the c-word used as an insult just means “annoying, unpleasant person“. Its very rude, but doesn’t particularly have any gendered overtones.
Why do Londoners say innit?
“Innit” is an abbreviation of “isn’t it” most commonly used amongst teenagers and young people. This phrase is used to confirm or agree with something that another person has just said. “It’s really cold today.” “Innit.”
Why do Brits call money p?
P or Pence
The smallest amount of currency in the UK is 1 penny. There are 100 pence in every pound. It is very common in almost all situations to shorten the term “pence” to just “p”.
What is the British slang for money?
Quid (singular and plural) is used for pound sterling or £, in British slang. It is thought to derive from the Latin phrase “quid pro quo”. A pound (£1) may also be referred to as a “nicker” or “nugget” (rarer).
What’s the cockney slang for money?
When put to the people of East London, the most popular enduring Cockney rhyming slang included ‘pie and mash‘ (cash), ‘Lady Godiva’ (fiver), and ‘Nelson Eddy’s’ (readies). ‘Bread and honey’ and ‘bees and honey’ were neck and neck in the race for ‘money’, with ‘bees and honey’ or ‘bees’ for short, coming out on top.
Where do we use PS?
The postscript, abbreviated to P.S., may be a sentence or a paragraph added after the main body and signature of a letter (or other body of writing). The term comes from the Latin post scriptum, an expression meaning “written after.”
How do you cuss like a Brit?
Brit Language: Ten tips to swear like a Brit
- If something goes wrong and you need a handy profanity, try “oh blast it!”, “fiddlesticks”, or “bloody hell” instead of the predictable.
- Mild vexation could call for “oh botheration”, “bloomin’ heck”, “bottoms”, “pants” or “chuffing heck!”.
Why do British say us instead of me?
One incarnation of using “we” in a singular way is to show solidarity with someone perceived to be experiencing trouble. “We” and “us” mean the same thing, like “I” and “me” mean the same thing. It’s just a matter of where in the sentence you are speaking about “you (all) and I/me.” “How are we today, Mrs.
Why do British swear so much?
It’s all about power. In the US, people believe that the language is fixed in meaning and the words have the power. In the UK, as inventors & owners of English, we believe the language varies in meaning, and the power is in the person, not the word. This is why we can be very rude indeed without swearing.
Is the D word a swear word?
It’s technically a swear but also technically not a swear. Kids’ shows and movies don’t use it because some young kids think it is a swear.
What do London people call condoms?
Rubber
Rubber. This is an informal way of saying condom on the US – so a rubber is a contraceptive. We just call them condoms in the UK. And we use rubbers to remove pencil marks from paper.
How do you say cool in London slang?
Wicked – cool, amazing.
What do Brits call a taxi?
Black cab
The famous London taxis are actually called ‘hackney carriages’ but in London we just call them ‘black cabs/taxis’. London taxi drivers have to pass a special exam called the Knowledge to get their license so if you take a black cab, you can be sure the driver will know the way.
How do British say thank you?
Thanks / Many thanks / Thanks so much
You’re likely to hear the shortened version “thanks” more than you hear people say “thank you”. It’s often combined with something else, like “many thanks” or “thanks so much”, although if you hear someone say “thanks a lot” they are usually being sarcastic.
What do Brits call police?
bobby, slang term for a member of London’s Metropolitan Police derived from the name of Sir Robert Peel, who established the force in 1829. Police officers in London are also known as “peelers” for the same reason.