British. : a stupid or foolish person.
Why is prat an insult?
If you describe someone as a prat, you are saying in an unkind way that you think that they are very stupid or foolish.
Is Prat a slang word?
noun Slang. the buttocks. WILL YOU SAIL OR STUMBLE ON THESE GRAMMAR QUESTIONS?
What does posh prat mean?
Informal (chiefly Brit) adj. 1 smart, elegant, or fashionable; exclusive.
Where did the term Prat come from?
From Middle English prat, from Old English præt, prætt (“trick, prank, craft, art, wile”), from Proto-West Germanic *prattu, from Proto-Germanic *prattuz (“boastful talk, deceit”), from Proto-Indo-European *brodno- (“to wander about”).
How rude is the word prat?
If you describe someone as a prat, you are saying in an unkind way that you think that they are very stupid or foolish.
How do you say sick in British slang?
For this meaning, British English speakers would say ‘ill‘ or ‘unwell’. Australians, on the other hand might say ‘crook’.
What is the British slang for girl?
‘Lass’ or ‘lassie’ is another word for ‘girl’. This is mainly in the north of England and Scotland. ‘Lad’ is another word for boy. ‘Bloke’ or ‘chap’ means ‘man’.
What is okay in British slang?
Hunky-dory: Use this to describe when something is OK, cool, normal or “all good.” (“Everything is hunky-dory over here!”)
What does Pillock mean UK?
A stupid or annoying person
pillock (plural pillocks) (UK, mildly derogatory, slang) A stupid or annoying person; a simpleton; a fool.
What do posh people call the toilet?
Toilet. This was on the original 1950s list and, to be honest, I’d rather chew glass than use the word toilet in polite conversation. It’s a harsh word that was adapted from the French toilette which means your appearance, hence toiletries bag. Lavatory or loo is much more acceptable.
What does Wee Barra mean?
a small child
barra – a small child. Also, an affectionate term for a younger person (A wee barra.)
What does sod mean in British slang?
noun. /sɒd/ /sɑːd/ (British English, taboo, offensive, slang) an offensive word for a person, especially a man, that you are annoyed with or think is unpleasant.
What does Full Monty mean in British slang?
everything which is necessary, appropriate or possible
The full monty (or the full Monty) is a British slang phrase of uncertain origin. It means “everything which is necessary, appropriate or possible; ‘the works’“.
What does git mean in London?
Noun. git (plural gits) (Britain, slang, derogatory) A silly, incompetent, stupid, or annoying person (usually a man).
What is a PIP in British slang?
British, Australian, New Zealand and South Africa slang. a bad temper or depression (esp in the phrase give (someone) the pip)
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…
Is Bloody a swear word in UK?
Contents. Bloody, as an adjective or adverb, is a commonly used expletive attributive in British English, Australian English, Irish English, Indian English and a number of other Commonwealth nations. It has been used as an intensive since at least the 1670s.
How do you say crazy in British slang?
Barmy – Crazy or insane.
How do British say Im tired?
People often say “I’m knackered” or “I feel knackered”. Knackered normally means when you feel more tired than usual after you have done some hard work. So after going to the gym, exercise, playing sport or even spending a long time at work, you will often hear people saying “I’m knackered”.
How do Brits say drunk?
Pissed / Pished
Strictly speaking, “pissed” (or “pished” in Scotland) is a swear word and you shouldn’t use it in a formal, professional or school context. However it is probably the most commonly used word in the UK to describe being drunk. If you spend any time in the UK, you will hear it all the time.