Hup she boyo

phr.

Heard in Kerry and Galway

An ironic or highly inappropriate exclamation of celebration, often used when hearing news that is actually grim or unwelcome.

In use

Your mother passed away, you say? Hup she boyo.

Posh English

Your mother has passed away, you say? Oh, what absolutely capital news.

  • HupAn expression of disbelief or dismissal, meaning get up or go on.
  • Hup outa datGet away from that; move along.
  • Boya/boyoA Great/brilliant Person. Also: Used to describe a Bad/Evil Person.
  • BoyoA fellow not to be trusted, often a charming rogue or lady's man.
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