to be clued up is to be savvy. comes from the french verbs 'savoir faire', which means the 'know how'.
by nobby January 2, 2005
a noun or adjective indicating anything a high level of knowledge in some field (i.e. fashion); since The Pirates of the Caribbean came out, it has often been equated with "understand"
Regarding the etymology of the word, it is most likely another anglified French word, from the original "savoir," which means "to know." Like parley (also used in "Pirates"), which means "to speak," it was probably absorbed into the English vocabulary back when French was more of a global language.
Regarding the etymology of the word, it is most likely another anglified French word, from the original "savoir," which means "to know." Like parley (also used in "Pirates"), which means "to speak," it was probably absorbed into the English vocabulary back when French was more of a global language.
by Savster December 5, 2008
by Vernon Dozier January 29, 2006
a word that means "do you understand". its used in most converstions. you might have heard it from the famous Pirate Captain Jack Sparrow? Yes well its his fav. word apperntly, don't know why don't care but it sure does put some class into a sentence!
by Miya Sparrow February 15, 2006
A Bay Area new Bay Area word... To be original. To be yourself in anyway. To be the shit. To follow your dreams. To be amazing. To be inspiring. To be real. To be true. To be open-minded. To have good vibes. To be a leader not a follower. (Upcoming brand called "$avvy" 2014)
by Blessedlegends August 30, 2014
A well-written tween novel by Ingrid Law, recommended for grades 4-7 about living with magical powers, or Savvies.
"What's your favorite savvy from the book?"
"Oh definitely the ability to see and feel radio waves. It's so cool!"
"Oh definitely the ability to see and feel radio waves. It's so cool!"
by yourparamore January 18, 2012
"Im Cap'n Jack Sparrow. Savvy?"
"There's no time to be worryin' about wether or not you're savvy, savvy?"
"There's no time to be worryin' about wether or not you're savvy, savvy?"
by Eeza March 12, 2004