Language is a fabulous thing and this list shows us why. There are some fantastic English slang phrases in here.
We’re over half way through with the ‘United We Stand’ posts and Steve (a scot), Jenny (an American) and I (an English woman) have been compiling lists about the things we love about our countries.
This week’s focus is language. I toyed with the idea of focusing on the different aspects of the history of the english language, but have somehow gravitated towards slang and swear words. Warning: there may be uses of words that you may deem to be inappropriate within this list – if you are easily offended, read the post with your hands over your face whilst peeking out between your fingers.
1. Bugger. This is a word that I use on a regular basis to in any number of situations:
- Bugger off – go away.
- We’re buggered – all is lost.
- It’s buggered – it is broken.
- I’m buggered – I’m tired.
- Lucky bugger – a…
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