Gwan

n.

Heard in Kerry, Waterford and Galway

Go on. An exhortation to make a better attempt or to proceed with something.

Gwan lukie take him on!

Posh English

Come along Lukie, make a proper attempt to challenge him!

Same phrase, other counties

• Waterford
• Galway

Related terms

• Gwan our datGo on out of that. An expression of disbelief or incredulity.
• Gwan outta that!A Phrase used when people dont believe or are shocked about something they heard.
• Gwan the premierA chant of encouragement and support for the local Tipperary sports team.
• Better off whistling up a mouse's hole!You are wasting your time doing something. You are better off trying something else.
• Better out than inSaid after passing wind, implying relief.
• Better out than yer eyeSaid upon breaking wind.