Hould yur whist

exp.

Heard in Tipperary

Please be quiet.

In use

Ah hould yur whist, I can't hear myself think!

Posh English

Oh, do be quiet; I cannot hear myself think.

  • Hould your whishtAn instruction to be quiet.
  • WhistAn instruction to be quiet or hold one's tongue.
  • Whist upAn instruction to shut up or be quiet immediately.
  • HouldAn instruction to wait, pause, or hold steady for a short duration.
  • Hould yer whishtUsed to inform someone, if they do not keep their gob shut you will happily shut it for…
  • Lead in yur pantsSluggish, lazy, or lacking motivation.

FAQ

What does Hould yur whist mean?

Please be quiet.

How do you use Hould yur whist?

For example: “Ah hould yur whist, I can't hear myself think!” In Posh English: Oh, do be quiet; I cannot hear myself think.