To be in a bad mood.
Got the nark
GOT the NARK
ɡɒt ðə nɑːrk
Phrase
Example Sentences
"He's got the nark."
"Why you got the nark?"
Etymology & History
Brummie expression for being annoyed. Nark (irritated).
Word Details
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Region
Birmingham
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Era
1900s
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Language
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Formality
informal
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