Soonie da bure

phr.

Heard in Mayo

An exclamation of profound shock, disbelief, or astonishment at someone's audacity.

In use

Soonie da bure, look at her tinkin' she's class just because she bought a new hat!

Posh English

Good heavens, observe that haughty woman carrying on as though she were quite superior simply because she acquired a new hat.

  • SoonieAn instruction to look at something.
  • BureA woman or girl, often used colloquially in the southern counties.
  • Man bureAn effeminate man.
  • Well bure any chance of the shiftA crude proposition to an attractive young woman asking if she would like to French kiss.
  • CurseAn exclamation of profound shock, dismay, or disbelief.
  • Stop the lightsAn exclamation of utter disbelief, astonishment, or shock.

FAQ

What does Soonie da bure mean?

An exclamation of profound shock, disbelief, or astonishment at someone's audacity.

How do you use Soonie da bure?

For example: “Soonie da bure, look at her tinkin' she's class just because she bought a new hat!” In Posh English: Good heavens, observe that haughty woman carrying on as though she were quite superior simply because she acquired a new hat.