Ell

n.

Heard in Westmeath and Tipperary

Greeting. shortened version of Well. Often followed with boy (pronounced biy) or girl.

In use

Ell girl, hows it going?

Posh English

Hullo old girl, how are things proceeding?

Same phrase, other counties

  • BiyBoy as it is pronounced in Carla'.
  • Boy/GirlSuffix which must be used as often as possible whilst communicating as deiseach.
  • Liary boy/girlA person who is lying or talking nonsense.
  • Hon ya biy ya!An enthusiastic cry of encouragement, akin to 'go on boy' or well done.
  • Alri biy!A form of greeting. Can mean okay or "hello young fellow."
  • Story biyA casual greeting or friendly salutation.