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Scotland

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ayeUsually yes in modern conversation; in Scots writing, also always or ever.bairnA child; sometimes a person's offspring regardless of age.balticExtremely cold.bampotA foolish, chaotic, eccentric, or troublesome person.belterSomething or someone outstanding, striking, or exceptionally good.bevvyAn alcoholic drink or a session of drinking.bideTo stay, live, wait, remain, or endure.bletherTo talk at length, often idly; also a chat, rambling talk, or nonsense.bonniePretty, attractive, pleasing, or beautiful.brawFine, excellent, splendid, attractive, or impressive.cannaeCannot or can't.ceilidhA social gathering with traditional music, dancing, stories, or entertainment.chancerA bold opportunist who takes risks or pushes their luck.clartyDirty, muddy, sticky, messy, or unpleasantly smeared.closeA shared entrance, passage, or stair in a tenement building.cludgieA toilet or lavatory.coorieTo nestle, snuggle, or settle closely for warmth and comfort.crabbitBad-tempered, irritable, cross, or grumpy.daftyA silly, foolish, or eccentric person.dinnaeDo not.dreichDreary, bleak, tedious, or unpleasantly long-drawn-out.drookitSoaking wet or completely drenched.faWho in Doric and north-east Scots.fanWhen in Doric and north-east Scots.fankleTo tangle, entangle, or get into a confused mess.farWhere in Doric and north-east Scots.fit likeHow are you? or how are things? in Doric.fooHow in Doric and some north-eastern Scots varieties.glaikitFoolish, vacant-looking, thoughtless, or lacking awareness.gonnaeA Scottish form used in requests meaning going to or will you.greetTo cry or weep; also crying.guttedDeeply disappointed, upset, or devastated.hameHome, at home, or toward home.henA familiar way to address a woman or girl.howfA favourite meeting place, pub, café, or regular haunt.kenTo know, understand, recognise, or be aware of.laddieA boy or young man; sometimes an affectionate term for a man.lassieA girl or young woman; sometimes an affectionate term for a woman.messagesShopping, groceries, purchases, or an errand to a shop.minA familiar Doric form of address similar to man or mate.muckleBig, large, great, much, or a large amount.naeNo, not any, or none, depending on grammar.nae botherNo problem, do not worry, or you are welcome.neepsTurnips or swedes, especially when prepared as food.numptyA foolish, incompetent, or clueless person.ochAn exclamation expressing reaction, dismissal, sympathy, surprise, or mild frustration.outwithOutside, beyond, or not included within a stated limit.peely-wallyPale, washed-out, weak-looking, or unwell in appearance.pieceA sandwich, especially in phrases such as a piece and jam.puggledExhausted, worn out, or completely tired.radgeA wild, aggressive, angry, or unruly person; also furious or out of control.sairSore, painful, tender, severe, or badly.schemeA housing estate or planned residential area.scranFood or something to eat.scunneredFed up, disgusted, tired of something, or strongly put off.shoogleTo shake, wobble, sway, or move unsteadily.skintHaving little or no money available.stoaterAn excellent or impressive person or thing.stooshieA fuss, commotion, argument, or minor uproar.tattieA potato.wabbitTired, weak, unwell, or lacking energy.weanA child, especially in Glasgow and west-central Scotland.weeSmall, little, short, or a small amount.wheeshtBe quiet, silence, or a request for quiet.

Boston

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bang a leftTurn left quickly or at the next practical point.bang a ueyMake a U-turn, usually quickly or informally.bubblerA public drinking fountain.carriageA shopping cart or grocery cart in eastern Massachusetts and nearby New England usage.clickerA remote control, especially for a television.down the CapeIn or travelling toward Cape Cod.DunksAn informal Boston-area name for Dunkin’.frappeA milkshake made with ice cream in New England usage.grinderA long filled sandwich, similar to a sub or hero.jimmiesSmall candy sprinkles, especially chocolate ones.packieA liquor store; shortened from package store.rotaryA circular road junction, broadly comparable to a roundabout.the PikeThe Massachusetts Turnpike, especially Interstate 90.the TBoston’s subway, trolley, and connected rapid-transit system.tonicA carbonated soft drink in older Boston-area usage.wickedVery or extremely; also excellent, depending on context.

New York

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bodegaA small neighborhood grocery or convenience store, often independently run.brickExtremely cold, especially when describing the weather outside.chopped cheeseA hot sandwich of chopped ground beef and melted cheese, strongly associated with New York bodegas.deadassSeriously, honestly, or completely; used to stress that something is true or sincere.factsStrong agreement, confirmation, or acknowledgment that something is true.madVery, extremely, or in a large amount when used as an intensifier.ODExcessively, extremely, or too much.on lineWaiting in a queue, especially in New York City usage.regular coffeeCoffee with milk and sugar in traditional New York ordering.schmearA spread or generous layer, especially cream cheese on a bagel.stoopThe small steps or platform at the entrance of a city row house or apartment building.the CityManhattan, especially when contrasted with the outer boroughs or nearby suburbs.tightAngry, upset, annoyed, or resentful.upstateIn or relating to the part of New York State north of the city area.wordUnderstood, agreed, really, or an acknowledgement of what was said.

Tokyo

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ウケる (ukeru)That is funny, hilarious, or amusing.うざいAnnoying, irritating, intrusive, or a nuisance.エモい (emoi)Emotionally moving, nostalgic, atmospheric, or aesthetically affecting.おつ (otsu)Casual shorthand thanking someone for their effort.ガチSerious, genuine, real, or done with full commitment.しんどいPhysically exhausting, emotionally difficult, or hard to endure.それな (sore na)Exactly, true, or I completely agree.だるいPhysically sluggish, mentally drained, or too bothersome to deal with.めっちゃVery, extremely, or a lot.やばいBad, dangerous, intense, amazing, or otherwise extreme, depending on context.ワンチャンThere may be a chance; possibly; it might still work out.推しA favourite person, character, performer, team, or thing that someone actively supports.映えVisual appeal that makes something look impressive, especially in photos or social posts.空気読めない (kūki yomenai)Unable to read the room or understand an unspoken social atmosphere.草Laughter or something funny, especially in online conversation.

Paris

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avoir le seumTo feel bitter, frustrated, or deeply annoyed.boboA socially progressive, culturally fashionable person associated with relative economic comfort.boufferTo eat, in a familiar and sometimes coarse way.c'est carréIt is organised, clear, reliable, or properly handled.ça marcheOkay, that works, agreed, or it is functioning.chelouWeird, suspicious, unsettling, or not quite right.galèreA difficult, exhausting, frustrating, or complicated situation.graveTotally, seriously, definitely, or very.la flemmeA strong lack of motivation or desire to make an effort.mecAn informal word for a man, guy, boyfriend, or male friend.métro-boulot-dodoThe repetitive routine of commuting, working, and sleeping.meufAn informal word for a woman, girlfriend, or female friend.mythoA liar, an exaggerator, or something considered invented or untrue.oufCrazy, extreme, or astonishing; also used as an intensifier in de ouf.relouAnnoying, tiresome, awkward, or difficult to deal with.tafWork, a job, or a task that needs doing.weshHey, what’s up, seriously, or an emphatic reaction, depending on tone.

Jamaica

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bashmentA dance, party, or dancehall-oriented event and style.big upPraise, respect, or publicly acknowledge someone.bredrenA male friend, brother, companion, or trusted member of one’s circle.dehThere, at a place, present, or located; meaning depends on sentence structure.fiFor, belonging to, intended for, or marking an infinitive, depending on grammar.gyalA girl or woman, with tone and appropriateness depending on context.irieGood, all right, peaceful, pleasant, or in a positive state.likkleLittle or small; also used affectionately.nuhNot, do not, or no, depending on sentence structure.nyamTo eat or consume food.pickneyA child; sometimes children collectively in the plural.soon comeWill arrive or happen before long, with timing depending on context.wah gwaanWhat is going on?; a flexible greeting similar to what’s up?yuteA young person, youth, or child, depending on context.zimmiDo you understand me?; you see what I mean?

London

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allow itStop it, leave it alone, drop the subject, or do not continue.bareA lot of, many, or very, depending on the sentence.endsA person's neighbourhood, local area, or home district.famA close friend or trusted member of one's social circle.innitA conversational tag seeking agreement or emphasis.lengVery attractive or exceptionally good.link upMeet or connect with someone.longToo much effort, inconvenient, tedious, or not worth doing.mandemA group of male friends, associates, or members of a peer group.moistWeak, embarrassing, overly sentimental, or socially awkward.pattern upOrganise, fix, arrange, improve, or sort something out.peakUnfortunate, harsh, embarrassing, or difficult.pengVery attractive, appealing, or exceptionally good.roadmanA young man associated with street-oriented style, speech, or social identity.safeThanks, understood, approved, friendly, or all good.

Ireland

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acting the maggotMessing around, behaving foolishly, or causing playful trouble.banjaxedBroken, ruined, exhausted, or no longer working properly.craicFun, enjoyable conversation, entertainment, or news and lively social activity.eejitA foolish person; often teasing, affectionate, or mildly insulting depending on tone.gaffA house, flat, home, or other place where someone lives or gathers.gasVery funny, entertaining, or amusing.giving outScolding, complaining to, or expressing anger at someone.grandFine, acceptable, all right, satisfactory, or doing well.messagesGroceries or household shopping in Irish usage.pressA cupboard, especially a kitchen or storage cupboard.scarlet for youEmbarrassed on your behalf; experiencing second-hand embarrassment.shiftKiss someone passionately in informal Irish usage.what's the story?What's happening? How are things? or what is the latest news?yer manA man being referred to when his name is unknown, unnecessary, or understood from context.your oneA woman being referred to when her name is unknown, unnecessary, or understood from context.

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