British Slang

HONurS /ˈhonours/

Titles bestowed by the Queen for recognizing service to the British people. The most famous honour is a Knighthood allowing…

HOOVERING /ˈhuːveriŋ/

The act of vacuuming.

HOODIE /ˈhuːdie/

A young person usually known for their misdeeds who are identified by their distinctive clothing, a hooded sweatshirt.

HOME OFFICE /home office/

Government department responsible for law enforcement and immigration.

HOL-uh-day /ˈhɒlədeɪ/

What we would call a vacation or any time off of work. Brits usually get 28 days paid holiday. That's…

HOCKEY /ˈhockey/

Field hockey.

/hɒb/

A range or stove.

HOARDING /ˈhoardiŋ/

A roadside billboard or sign.

/ˈhaɪə ˌpɜːtʃəs/

To buy something on an installment plan.

HIRE CAR /hire car/

A rental car.