Ska

n.

Heard in Clare, Sligo and Cork

News, gossip, or a casual greeting equivalent to "What's the story?"

In use

What's the ska?" he asked the minute he walked in. "Any ska?

Posh English

What are the latest tidings?

Same phrase, other counties

  • Anee ska?A friendly greeting inquiring after news or gossip, literally asking if one has any…
  • S'craicA casual greeting meaning what's the news, what's happening, or how are you? Craic here…
  • Craic"Craic" has a couple of very broad meanings. 1.) Fun, enjoyment, divilment, merriment…
  • Story horseeeA casual greeting equivalent to asking what is the latest news.
  • Story harseA greeting equivalent to hello, what's up, or how are you doing.
  • Alrite?A casual greeting, equivalent to hello or what's the story.