Manky
What does it mean?
Manky is a classic British slang word for something that is dirty, unpleasant, or in poor condition. It’s often used to describe old food, a dirty kitchen, or a general feeling of uncleanness. "That’s a bit manky!" is a common way to express disgust in a uniquely British way, often implying something is past its best.
REAL ENGLISH.
Is it positive or negative?
Negative.
When do you use it?
Used to describe something that is gross, unclean, or has gone bad (like food).
Examples
Example 1: I’m not eating that, it looks manky!
Example 2: The floor in that pub was a bit manky, to be honest.
Question for you
What’s the most manky thing you’ve seen recently?
Try saying your answer aloud, using the expression.
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