Definitions by nixwahusham

Wahu 

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.

Wahu, How are you getting on?

Wahu by nixwahusham April 24, 2025

Nix 

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'

Nix, did you see the Pope died?

Nix by nixwahusham April 24, 2025

Sham 

A word used for a male, usually young.
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

Sham by nixwahusham April 24, 2025