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
