British Slang

Thought I'd write down some of the catchiest English terms we've come across. And to add to the fun, check out The Best of British Slang.

• Brilliant - describes something cool or impressive
• Cheerio - A police officer said this to us as a goodbye after giving advice and instructions about local sites
• Cheers - seemed to be a way to say hello, goodbye or thank you
• Mate - friend or buddy; everyone at the pub is all of a sudden your good mate!
• Mind the gap - instead of warning to "watch your step" when entering and exiting the Tube
• Nibbles - referred to appetizers in the hotel lounge; headed to wine and nibbles
• Toilet - a more crass term for the bathroom or restroom
• Way Out - exit