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What does Cheerio mean to the British?
Definition of cheerio chiefly British. —usually used as a farewell and sometimes as a greeting or toast.
How do the British say Cheerio?
Break ‘cheerio’ down into sounds: [CHEER] + [EE] + [OH] – say it out loud and exaggerate the sounds until you can consistently produce them….Below is the UK transcription for ‘cheerio’:
- Modern IPA: ʧɪ́ːrɪjə́w.
- Traditional IPA: ˌʧɪəriːˈəʊ
- 3 syllables: “CHEER” + “ee” + “OH”
How do you end a call in English?
To end the call politely, try one of these closing statements:
- “My apologies once again for any inconvenience. Thank you for your call.”
- “I’m happy we could make this right for you. Have a wonderful day.”
- “Thank you for calling. We appreciate your business.”
How do you politely end a phone call?
Thank the caller for their time and then wish them the best. If they’ve already wished you the best, simply say “Thanks, you too.” For example, try ending a call with “It’s been so nice talking with you. Have a great rest of your day!”
How do you insult a Cockney?
And, of course, these expressions can certainly be used in an insulting way or combined with a stereotypical insult.
- almond rocks – socks.
- baked bean – queen.
- battlecruiser – boozer.
- bees and honey – money.
- brass tacks – facts.
- bubble bath – laugh.
- dicky dirt – shirt.
- Duke of Kent – rent.
What does custard mean in Cockney?
No one’s watching the
“No one’s watching the custard” means “no one’s watching the TV.” “Custard and jelly” rhymes with “telly.”
How do you say good morning in England?
Bore da (bore-eh-dah) – Good Morning. Nos Da – Good Night. Diolch (dee-olch) (“ch” pronounced like gargling water) – Thank you. Dwi ddim yn siarad Cymraeg (dween thim un sharad cumraig) – I don’t speak Welsh.
What does Cheerio mate mean?