british slang quiz

Can You Guess What These British Slang Words Mean?

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British slang is witty, weird, and wonderfully expressive. From cheeky insults to quirky compliments, these phrases are part of everyday life in the UK — but do you know what they actually mean?

Whether you’re a Brit, a tourist, or just a fan of UK culture, this quiz will put your slang knowledge to the test. Scroll down, try to guess each answer, then click to reveal the correct meaning.

1. What does it mean if someone is “chuffed”?

They’re really pleased or proud.

2. If someone says “I’m knackered,” how do they feel?

They’re extremely tired.

3. What is a “brolly”?

An umbrella.

4. If something is “dodgy,” what does that mean?

It’s suspicious or unreliable.

5. What does “gutted” mean in British slang?

Devastated or very disappointed.

6. If someone is “skint,” what are they?

They’re broke or out of money.

7. What is a “loo”?

A toilet.

8. If you call someone a “plonker,” what are you saying?

They’re being foolish or silly.

9. What’s a “cuppa”?

A cup of tea.

10. If someone tells you to “bog off,” what are they saying?

Go away / leave them alone.

11. What does “cheeky” mean in slang?

Impudent in a charming or playful way.

12. If someone says “ta,” what do they mean?

Thank you.

13. What is a “bloke”?

A man / guy.

14. What does “innit” mean?

Isn’t it (used for emphasis or agreement).

15. What does it mean to be “gobsmacked”?

Shocked or amazed.

16. If someone says they’re “peckish,” what do they mean?

They’re a little bit hungry.

17. What’s a “quid”?

One pound (£1).

18. If someone is “miffed,” how do they feel?

Annoyed or upset.

19. What’s a “wally”?

A silly or foolish person.

20. What does “taking the mickey” mean?

Mocking or teasing someone.

21. What does “scrummy” mean?

Delicious.

22. If someone says “I’m off to the boozer,” where are they going?

To the pub.

23. What’s a “gaff”?

A house or flat.

24. What does it mean to be “legless”?

Very drunk.

25. What does “fit” mean in British slang?

Attractive or good-looking.

26. What is a “mug” in slang?

Someone easily fooled.

27. What does it mean to “fancy” someone?

To be romantically or physically attracted to them.

28. What’s a “numpty”?

A foolish or clumsy person.

29. What’s a “lash”?

A drinking session (e.g. “out on the lash”).

30. What does “proper” mean in slang?

Very or really (e.g. “proper funny”).

31. What’s “waffling”?

Talking nonsense or rambling.

32. What is a “bird” in slang?

A woman (informal, sometimes outdated or cheeky).

33. What does “jammy” mean?

Lucky.

34. What does it mean if something’s “pants”?

Rubbish or not good.

35. What’s a “dodgy kebab”?

A questionable or possibly unsafe takeaway meal.

36. What does “off your trolley” mean?

Crazy or behaving irrationally.

37. What’s a “git”?

An unpleasant or annoying person.

38. What is a “cuppa builder’s”?

Strong, milky tea (like builders drink).

39. What does “sorted” mean in slang?

Taken care of / everything is fine now.

40. If someone says “That’s me done in,” what do they mean?

They’re exhausted or worn out.

41. What is a “row”?

An argument or fight.

42. What does “nicked” mean?

Stolen (or arrested, depending on context).

43. What’s a “cock-up”?

A mistake or mess-up.

44. What’s a “spanner” (as an insult)?

An idiot.

45. What does “gob” mean?

Mouth (e.g., “shut your gob”).

46. What does it mean to “slag someone off”?

To insult or criticise them.

47. What’s “sarnie”?

A sandwich.

48. What does “faffing about” mean?

Wasting time doing unnecessary things.

49. What’s a “knees-up”?

A lively party or celebration.

50. If someone says “Bob’s your uncle,” what do they mean?

There you go / it’s all sorted.

👏 How’d You Do?

If you nailed over 40, you’re basically fluent in the UK’s finest slang. Less than 20? You might need a few more episodes of EastEnders or a trip to the pub.

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