Ara cod?!

exp.

Heard in Roscommon

Expressing disbelief or shock. Another way of saying are you serious or joking.

In use

I'm not goin' out tonight. Ara cod, are ya serious?

Posh English

I am not venturing out this evening. Good grief, are you playing the fool or quite serious?

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  • CodTo jest, tease, or pull someone's leg with playful falsehoods.
  • Cod actingMessing around or acting the fool.
  • Ara shyteAn expression of sheer dejection.
  • Ara sure hereAn expression used to attract attention before asking for elaboration.