It’s no secret that Liverpool has its own special way of speaking, with an iconic accent and many phrases that probably don’t make sense if you’re not from the area.
If you’re unfamiliar with the dialect you may not even realise when you’re being insulted, with Scousers coming up with a whole host of hilarious jibes, from accusing you of clapping when planes land to calling you a ‘div’.
We asked our readers to share their favourite insults that are unique to Liverpool, and had a great time reading the suggestions. From phrases many of us learned from our grandparents, to more modern put downs, here are some of our favourite Scouse insults. How many of these do you know?
1. Whopper
Someone who’s made a mistake or has done something idiotic. | RealPeopleStudio - stock.adobe.c Photo: RealPeopleStudio - stock.adobe.c
2. Melt
Melt is another word for idiot, or for someone who doesn’t have a backbone. | JessicaLeigh J/peopleimages.com - stock.adobe.com Photo: JessicaLeigh J/peopleimages.com - stock.adobe.com
3. Divvy
‘Divvy’ or ‘div’ means some a bit stupid. It can sometimes be used in a jokey way - ‘You absolute divvy’ | Krakenimages.com - stock.adobe.c Photo: Krakenimages.com - stock.adobe.c
4. Yer ma sells Avon
This is probably one of our favourites and you’re guaranteed to see it scribbled on the doors of pub toilets. | issaronow - stock.adobe.com Photo: issaronow - stock.adobe.com