phrase General Slang

gaun yersel

GAWN-yer-SEL · phrase · slang

Go on yourself! — an exclamation of encouragement

0

Definitions

1

A shout of encouragement or approval, 'good on you, go for it'.

“Gaun yersel, hen — ye've earned it!”
by community
0

gaun yersel In A Sentence

Gaun yersel, hen — ye've earned it!

Origin & Usage

Scots, 'going yourself', an exhortation of support.

People Also Ask

What does 'gaun yersel' mean?

It's a shout of encouragement or approval, roughly 'go on yourself' or 'good on you, go for it'.

How do you use 'gaun yersel'?

You'd cheer someone on with it, as in 'Gaun yersel, hen — ye've earned it!'

Where does 'gaun yersel' come from?

It's Scots for 'going yourself', used as an exhortation of support, common at football grounds and celebrations.

Comments 0