Hape

v.

Heard in Carlow, Mayo, Sligo, Galway, Offaly and Roscommon

To be in a heap from the consumption of alcohol. Also: Our version of the word heap, used to describe someone with a few extra pounds.

In use

Ah lads, sure I was in a HAAAAAAAAAPE last night boy" Me: "What do you think of yer one over there?" Him: "Shes ugly and she's a hape

Posh English

Ah chaps. I was in a complete heap last night.

Same phrase, other counties

  • In a heapIn a complete state of disarray or intoxication. Wrecked or plastered. Pronounced 'hape'.
  • A hapeA large quantity or great pile of something.
  • Up in a hapeTo be in a state of severe intoxication.
  • Few barsTo sing a few verses of a song.
  • Few poundA small amount of monetary funds, typically a few coins or notes.
  • Few scoopsA few alcoholic drinks.