On the lang

phr.

Heard in Kerry and Cork

Truancy; skipping school for the day.

In use

I'm sick to death of school, let's go on the lang today la.

Posh English

I am thoroughly fatigued by academia, let us give lessons a miss today.

Same phrase, other counties

  • LangTo get a free lift in a vehicle.
  • Lang ballA complete fool, idiot, or obnoxious nuisance.
  • On the dagTruanting or skipping school for the day.
  • Blue schoolReform school, a place bold Waterford kids were threatened with.
  • A day for the hayA good day with nice weather.
  • Come day go dayLiving from day to day, perpetually broke; shortened from 'come day go day, God send pay…

FAQ

What does On the lang mean?

Truancy; skipping school for the day.

How do you use On the lang?

For example: “I'm sick to death of school, let's go on the lang today la.” In Posh English: I am thoroughly fatigued by academia, let us give lessons a miss today.