Yer wawn

exp.

Heard in Cavan, Cork and Waterford

That girl or young woman over there.

In use

Look at yar wan over dere bois shes fresh" "Yer wawn is a nojus wee ride" "Look at yere wan there

Posh English

Look at that young lady over there chaps, she is remarkably attractive. That girl is a positively splendid little thing. Observe that young woman there.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Cork (not in the dictionary)
  • Waterford (not in the dictionary)

FAQ

What does Yer wawn mean?

That girl or young woman over there.

How do you use Yer wawn?

For example: “Look at yar wan over dere bois shes fresh" "Yer wawn is a nojus wee ride" "Look at yere wan there” In Posh English: Look at that young lady over there chaps, she is remarkably attractive. That girl is a positively splendid little thing. Observe that young woman there.