Cockney Rhyming Slang: A taste of the East End
Here's a list of some common Cockney rhyming slang, with explanations:
Body & Appearance:
* Apples & Pears: Stairs
* Trouble & Strife: Wife
* Plates of Meat: Feet
* Barnet Fair: Hair
* Tit for Tat: Hat
* loaf of Bread: Head
* Donkey's Ears: Beers
* Two & Eight: Mate
* Lamp Post: Ghost
Everyday Life:
* China Plate: Mate
* Use Your Loaf: Think
* Have a Butcher's: Take a look
* Get Your Wotsit: Get out
* Give Us a Snog: Kiss
* Go For a Jimmy: Go to the toilet
* Spend a Penny: Go to the toilet
* Carry On Like a Pork Pie: Behave foolishly
* Take the Mickey: Make fun of someone
* Go for a Ruby: Go to bed
* Do a Skive: Be lazy/avoid work
Food & Drink:
* Bottle & Jug: Drug
* Bacon & Eggs: Legs
* Bubble & Squeak: Week
* Cuppa: Cup of tea
* Rosy Lee: Tea
* Bees & Honey: Money
* Do a Bird: Eat
Other:
* Arthur Daley: Policeman
* Bleeding 'eck: Oh my god
* Spend a Bob: Spend a pound
* Have a Butchers: Take a look
* See You Later Alligator: Goodbye
Important Note: Cockney rhyming slang is constantly evolving and new phrases are always being created. This list is just a small sample of the many slang terms that exist.
Tips for Understanding Cockney Rhyming Slang:
* Listen for the rhyme: Pay attention to the rhyming words, and try to guess what they represent.
* Context is key: The meaning of slang words can sometimes vary depending on the context.
* Don't be afraid to ask: If you're unsure what someone means, don't be afraid to ask for clarification.
Enjoy exploring the colorful world of Cockney rhyming slang!