General
mardy
What does mardy mean?
Easily upset, whiny, or prone to strops.
"Don't be so mardy, it was only a joke."
Origin
Midlands and northern English, likely from 'marred' (spoilt). The Arctic Monkeys' 'Mardy Bum' pushed it into wider awareness in 2006.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'mardy' mean?
It means sulky, moody, or in a strop. Calling someone mardy says they're being grumpy or whiny.
What is a 'mardy bum'?
Someone who's sulking or being moody. Arctic Monkeys named a song after the phrase.
Where does 'mardy' come from?
It's Midlands and northern English dialect, probably from 'marred' meaning spoilt.
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