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What are some slang words used in England?

Slang Words Used in England:

General Slang:

* Alright? - Used as a greeting, similar to "Hello" or "How are you?"

* Bob's your uncle - Means "that's all you need to do" or "it's that easy."

* Chuffed - Happy or pleased.

* Dodgy - Suspicious or unreliable.

* Knackered - Tired or exhausted.

* Lurgy - A common cold or minor illness.

* Manky - Dirty or unpleasant.

* Minging - Disgusting or repulsive.

* Naff - Unfashionable or tacky.

* Sorted - Okay, fine, or taken care of.

* Taking the mick - Making fun of someone.

* Wanker - An obnoxious or arrogant person.

Specific Slang:

* Bangers - Good songs or music.

* Cheeky - Bold or impudent, often in a humorous way.

* Gutted - Disappointed or upset.

* Having a laugh - Having fun or joking around.

* Proper - Very good or excellent.

* Scran - Food.

* Skiving - Avoiding work or school.

* Tosser - A foolish or incompetent person.

* Up for it - Willing to do something.

Regional Slang:

* Cockney rhyming slang - A complex form of slang where words are replaced with rhyming phrases. Examples: "apples and pears" for "stairs," "trouble and strife" for "wife."

* Geordie - Slang spoken in Newcastle and the surrounding areas. Examples: "canny" for "good," "howay" for "come on."

* Scouse - Slang spoken in Liverpool. Examples: "scran" for "food," "sound" for "good."

Note: Slang can vary significantly by region, age group, and social circles. The above is just a small selection of the many slang words used in England.

It's always a good idea to use slang carefully and to be aware of your audience, as some slang terms can be offensive or confusing.

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