Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Narky

What does it mean?

Bad-tempered, irritable, or "moody."

Is it positive or negative?

Negative.

When do you use it?

Used to describe someone who is being grumpy, easily annoyed, or irritable for no clear reason.

Examples

Example 1: Don't get narky with me, I didn't do anything to upset you!

Example 2: She was feeling a bit narky because she hadn't slept well the night before.

Question for you

What’s something that usually makes you feel a bit narky?

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Narky is a common way to describe someone's mood in the UK. We work on emotional expression in online English lessons with a British native speaker. For a similar vibe, see Mardy. Find out more here.