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
Very
Stupid
"Spa"
A comfortable place to get a massage
A pizza, sandwich, and convenience store all rolled into one
A cool bar to chill out
"Dunks"
Dunkin' Donuts
Boston Celtics NBA team
Basketball court
"Frappe"
Milkshake
Ice cream cone
Money
"Bang"
U-turn
Chewing gum
Quick lunch
"Tonic"
Fruit juice
Soft drink
Alcoholic drink
"Decked"
Dress nicely
Sleeping
Drunk
Jimmies
Hot dog
Candies
Sprinkles for your ice cream
"Gravy"
Curry
Pumpkin soup
Tomato sauce
"The Sox"
Socks
Punched in the face
The Boston Red Sox
"Southie"
Someone who comes from Mexico
South Boston
Someone who likes the cold
"Cruiser"
Cool car
Cool bike
Cop car
"Bagged"
Arrested
To sleep very soundly
Plastic bag
"The Vineyard"
Martha's Vineyard
PlayStation
Police station
"Statee"
State Employees' Credit Union
State Trooper
U.S. Department of State
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!
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