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.
How well do you know Boston slang? Take this quiz to find out!
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How Well Do You Know Boston Slang? Quiz Questions
"Wicked"
Weak
Very
Stupid
"Spa"
A cool bar to chill out
A comfortable place to get a massage
A pizza, sandwich, and convenience store all rolled into one
"Dunks"
Basketball court
Dunkin' Donuts
Boston Celtics NBA team
"Frappe"
Ice cream cone
Milkshake
Money
"Bang"
Chewing gum
U-turn
Quick lunch
"Tonic"
Alcoholic drink
Fruit juice
Soft drink
"Decked"
Sleeping
Drunk
Dress nicely
Jimmies
Candies
Hot dog
Sprinkles for your ice cream
"Gravy"
Curry
Pumpkin soup
Tomato sauce
"The Sox"
The Boston Red Sox
Punched in the face
Socks
"Southie"
South Boston
Someone who comes from Mexico
Someone who likes the cold
"Cruiser"
Cool car
Cop car
Cool bike
"Bagged"
Plastic bag
Arrested
To sleep very soundly
"The Vineyard"
Martha's Vineyard
Police station
PlayStation
"Statee"
State Employees' Credit Union
State Trooper
U.S. Department of State
6 Comments
I got 15 out of 15!
Great job! You got a majority of the questions right! You must have grown up in Boston or you must be a linguist expert!
15/15, baby! That’s what’s up! I got them all right and it said I got MOST of them right. Might want to fix that there, killah!
Haha, love the energy! 😄 And you’re totally right—I think we weren’t expecting anyone to get a perfect score. Thanks for the heads-up! 💯
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 a majority of the questions right! You must have grown up in Boston or you must be a linguist expert!
10/15