Speak Like a Guern – Phrases only a Guern will understand

Every community will have its own ‘in-phrases’ and terms and Guernsey is no exception. If you factor in also the influence of Guernsey French you get a truely ecclectic mix. In this article we introduce you to some modern day ‘Guern Speak’, terms that only a true Guern will understand.



PUSHANG


A bicycle

BATHERS


Swimming Costume

CHEERIE


Goodbye (from cheerio)

COR LA EH


An expression of surprise

BEAUSIE


Beau Sejour (the local leisure centre)

A WRAP


A beach towel with arm holes

PEA SOUPER


It’s Foggy

A LA PERCHOINE


Until next time

CUSTARD CASTLE


Frossard House (main States civil service offices)

GOING AROUND SARK TO GET TO HERM


A long diversion

CRAPAUD


A Jerseyman (literally ‘a toad’)

VRAIC


Seaweed

Author: Robert

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