General
arka you
What does arka you mean?
South Walian for 'hark at you', delivered when someone's putting on airs, talking posh, or generally acting like they're better than they are. The dropped H is doing the heavy lifting. It's the verbal equivalent of a raised eyebrow — playful, but it lands.
"Ordering the wine by the bottle now, arka you."
Origin
Welsh-accented pronunciation of 'hark at you', with the H dropped.
Frequently asked questions
What does arka you mean?
It's a Welsh way of saying 'hark at you' — sarcasm aimed at someone getting above their station.
How do you use arka you in a sentence?
"New car, is it? Arka you!"
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