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"
Very
Weak
Stupid
"Spa"
A pizza, sandwich, and convenience store all rolled into one
A cool bar to chill out
A comfortable place to get a massage
"Dunks"
Boston Celtics NBA team
Basketball court
Dunkin' Donuts
"Frappe"
Money
Milkshake
Ice cream cone
"Bang"
Quick lunch
U-turn
Chewing gum
"Tonic"
Fruit juice
Alcoholic drink
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
Socks
Punched in the face
"Southie"
Someone who likes the cold
South Boston
Someone who comes from Mexico
"Cruiser"
Cool car
Cool bike
Cop car
"Bagged"
Arrested
Plastic bag
To sleep very soundly
"The Vineyard"
PlayStation
Police station
Martha's Vineyard
"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.
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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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