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 comfortable place to get a massage
A cool bar to chill out
A pizza, sandwich, and convenience store all rolled into one
"Dunks"
Basketball court
Boston Celtics NBA team
Dunkin' Donuts
"Frappe"
Ice cream cone
Milkshake
Money
"Bang"
Quick lunch
Chewing gum
U-turn
"Tonic"
Soft drink
Alcoholic drink
Fruit juice
"Decked"
Drunk
Sleeping
Dress nicely
Jimmies
Candies
Sprinkles for your ice cream
Hot dog
"Gravy"
Curry
Pumpkin soup
Tomato sauce
"The Sox"
Punched in the face
The Boston Red Sox
Socks
"Southie"
South Boston
Someone who comes from Mexico
Someone who likes the cold
"Cruiser"
Cool car
Cool bike
Cop car
"Bagged"
To sleep very soundly
Arrested
Plastic bag
"The Vineyard"
Police station
Martha's Vineyard
PlayStation
"Statee"
State Trooper
State Employees' Credit Union
U.S. Department of State
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9 / 15 60% Not bad for an Aussie who`s never been to Boston / the U.S.A.
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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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