Are You Gettin'?
I'm gettin'
[Northern Irish]
Definition:
Are you being served?
I'm being served
Origins:
Wish I knew, but it seems to be a Northern Irish phrase.
When I started my job in a cafe, I noticed a strange phrase that customers kept saying every time I asked "Can I help you?". They would respond with a "I'm gettin'". For weeks I wondered, "What the heck are they saying?". Sure it all sounds self explanatory, but for a girl who doesn't quite "get" the Northern Irish accent all the time, "I'm gettin'" can be a bit confusing.
Anywho, now I've come to understand these Northern Irish folk. I ask people "Are you gettin?" and they happily respond with a "I'm gettin'". It's a strage phrase to say, but if it helps people understand me, I suppose I will assimilate.
Keep Smilin'!
M.
No comments:
Post a Comment