Hon

n.

Heard in Kilkenny and Wexford

A wexford person, as they over use this word when talking.

In use

I was talking to a hon last night and they think'll they'll win

Posh English

I was conversing with a Wexford native last evening and they believe they shall prevail.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Hon tha boroA chant of encouragement for the Dicksboro hurling team.
  • Hon ya biy ya!An enthusiastic cry of encouragement, akin to 'go on boy' or well done.
  • A word in CarrickNotice, interest, outcry etc. usually in the negative I.e. not a word in carrick.
  • WordTo believe or trust what someone says. (Often in the phrase "mark my word" as a warning.)
  • My pocket I'm talking toA witty retort when one mutters under ones breath and an eavesdropper asks who one is…
  • Shut up and stay talkingA threat to remain silent or risk having one's jaw broken.