In the south of England if you’re marvin it means you’re hungry.In the south of England if you’re marvin it means you’re hungry.
In the south of England if you’re marvin it means you’re hungry. | Getty Images

50 interesting slang words from all over the UK

Laura Andrew
By Laura Andrew

Senior Reporter

Published 21st Apr 2022, 10:43 GMT
Updated 29th Apr 2022, 15:15 GMT

There are loads of unique and interesting slang words and phrases across the UK. Click through this article to add more words to your vocabulary.

Familiar and affectionate contraction of beast In Scotland. “Wee, sleeket, cowran, tim’rous beastie.”

1. Familiar and affectionate contraction of beast In Scotland. “Wee, sleeket, cowran, tim’rous beastie.”

Familiar and affectionate contraction of beast In Scotland. “Wee, sleeket, cowran, tim’rous beastie.” | Getty Images

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In Wales if someone is described as chopsy it means they’re a bit of a gossip.

2. In Wales if someone is described as chopsy it means they're a bit of a gossip.

In Wales if someone is described as chopsy it means they’re a bit of a gossip. | Getty Images

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In Ireland a pint of Guinness is known as the black stuff.

3. In Ireland a pint of Guinness is known as the black stuff.

In Ireland a pint of Guinness is known as the black stuff. | AFP via Getty Images

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In England if someone has beef with you it means they’re angry.

4. In England if someone has beef with you it means they’re angry.

In England if someone has beef with you it means they’re angry. | AFP via Getty Images

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