Boston slang consists of words and phrases of slang originating from and commonly used in Boston, Massachusetts. Though most often used in Boston, the slang can also be heard in other cities of Massachusetts or even other New England states, though not always as frequently.
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How Well Do You Know Boston Slang? Quiz Questions
"Wicked"
Weak
Stupid
Very
"Spa"
A pizza, sandwich, and convenience store all rolled into one
A comfortable place to get a massage
A cool bar to chill out
"Dunks"
Boston Celtics NBA team
Basketball court
Dunkin' Donuts
"Frappe"
Money
Ice cream cone
Milkshake
"Bang"
U-turn
Quick lunch
Chewing gum
"Tonic"
Alcoholic drink
Soft drink
Fruit juice
"Decked"
Dress nicely
Sleeping
Drunk
Jimmies
Sprinkles for your ice cream
Hot dog
Candies
"Gravy"
Curry
Tomato sauce
Pumpkin soup
"The Sox"
The Boston Red Sox
Socks
Punched in the face
"Southie"
Someone who comes from Mexico
Someone who likes the cold
South Boston
"Cruiser"
Cool car
Cool bike
Cop car
"Bagged"
Arrested
To sleep very soundly
Plastic bag
"The Vineyard"
Police station
PlayStation
Martha's Vineyard
"Statee"
State Trooper
U.S. Department of State
State Employees' Credit Union
4 Comments
9 / 15 60% Not bad for an Aussie who`s never been to Boston / the U.S.A.
9/15
You got 9 out of 15!
Great job! You got majority of the questions right! You must have grew up in Boston or you must be a linguist expert!
10/15