People

An informal British word for a man, often an ordinary or typical man.

“The bloke at the desk showed us where to go.”

A person from rural Ireland or from outside Dublin, often framed through a city-versus-country stereotype.

“He calls himself a proud culchie now that he lives in Dublin.”

A shrewd, crafty, or politically slippery person who gets results through charm, calculation, or manipulation.

“He’s a cute hoor when there’s a deal to be done.”

A foolish person; a humorous or mildly insulting form of idiot.

“You left the keys inside, you eejit.”

Funny, amusing, ridiculous in an entertaining way, or full of comic energy.

“Your aunt is gas—she had everyone laughing.”

A man; sometimes a distinctive, older, confident, or streetwise man.

“Some geezer asked for directions.”

A stupid, unpleasant, boastful, or irritating person.

“Ignore him; he’s acting like a gobshite.”

A foolish, gullible, or easily deceived person; also an informal word for a face.

“I felt like a mug for paying twice.”

A sly, untrustworthy, smooth-talking, or underhand person.

“Watch that sleeveen when the money is being counted.”

Good, decent, trustworthy, kind, or agreeable.

“Your new housemate is sound.”

A thing or person; in some contexts, a romantic interest, attractive woman, partner, or casual connection.

“Pass me that little ting by the charger.”

That man being referred to, whether or not the listener knows his name.

“Yer man from the shop rang back.”

That woman being referred to, whether or not the listener knows her name.

“Yer one at reception said to come back Monday.”

A young person, or young people collectively; sometimes used before another noun in phrases about youth culture.

“There were a few local yutes playing football in the park.”