A word used in the west of Ireland, such as Ballina, when expressing surprise, frustration, or disbelief.
Similar to that of 'God', 'Sh*t', and 'Oops'
Similar to that of 'God', 'Sh*t', and 'Oops'
by nixwahusham April 24, 2025
A greeting commonly used in the Ballina area of County Mayo, Ireland.
Usually accompanied by a swift, upward tilt of the head, or nod.
Pronounced "Waw-Hoo", emphasis on the first syllable.
Usually accompanied by a swift, upward tilt of the head, or nod.
Pronounced "Waw-Hoo", emphasis on the first syllable.
Wahu, How are you getting on?
by nixwahusham April 24, 2025
A word used for a male, usually young.
Commonly used in areas of Ireland such as Ballina Co. Mayo, Sligo, and Cork.
Commonly used in areas of Ireland such as Ballina Co. Mayo, Sligo, and Cork.
Well Sham, What's the craic?
'The Ballina Sham' is a media outlet that uses the word in this context
'The Ballina Sham' is a media outlet that uses the word in this context
by nixwahusham April 24, 2025