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lovely jubbly
What does lovely jubbly mean?
An exclamation of satisfaction or delight — everything's wonderful.
"Two hundred quid profit — lovely jubbly!"
Origin
Popularised by Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses; borrowed from a 1960s orange-drink advert for 'Jubbly'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'lovely jubbly' mean?
It's a cheerful exclamation meaning everything is great — used when something works out well or a bit of luck comes your way.
Where does 'lovely jubbly' come from?
It was made famous by Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses, and originally comes from a 1960s advert for an orange drink called Jubbly.
How do you use 'lovely jubbly'?
You throw it in when something pleasing happens, like landing a good deal: 'Two hundred quid profit — lovely jubbly!'
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