🥳 Welcome to my latest blog series exploring the colourful world of British English slang! In this miniseries, we'll be delving into some of the most fascinating and quirky expressions that make up the rich tapestry of British vernacular. Today, we kick things off by shining a spotlight on the term: dodgy. Join me as we uncover the origins, usage, and cultural significance of this quintessentially British word, and prepare to broaden your linguistic horizons as we journey through the fascinating world of British slang!

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🧐 dodgy 🧐

This adjective can have three different meanings:

seeming or likely to be dishonest. 🧐
not working well; not in good condition ❌
involving risk, danger or difficulty ⚠️

examples with 'dodgy'

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examples with 'dodgy' 🧐

I wouldn't trust that website; it looks pretty dodgy.
The alleyway had a dodgy vibe, so I decided to take another route.
His excuse for being late sounded a bit dodgy to me.
The deal seemed a bit dodgy, so I backed out at the last minute.
I've heard some dodgy rumours about that company's financial stability.
She gave me a dodgy look when I asked her about her whereabouts last night.
The food at that restaurant has a reputation for being dodgy; I think I'll eat elsewhere.
My phone's been acting dodgy lately; I might need to get it checked out.
His explanation for the missing money sounded dodgy; I suspect there's more to the story.
The weather forecast seems a bit dodgy; I'm not sure if we can rely on it for our plans.