When you start watching Game of Thrones there are many things that change in your life. That includes what you associate with certain words. The fictional world of Westeros has its own languages, politics, creatures, and so much more. So it’s understandable how one can find it really hard to break away from that. So which English words mean something different to GoT fans? These ten aren’t quite the same.
1. “Wedding”
What it usually means: A joyous celebration of the marriage of two people who have fallen madly in love.
What it means in Westeros: A guaranteed death sentence.
2. “Needle”
What it usually means: A pinpoint object sometimes used to sew clothes.
What it means in Westeros: A small sword Arya uses to bring her enemies hell.
3. “Winter is coming”
What it usually means: The coldest season of the year, usually accompanied by snow and ice, is about to hit your geographical location.
What it means in Westeros: You better run ‘cause shit is about to go down.
4. “The Wall”
What it usually means: A structure that typically provides shelter or security.
What it means in Westeros: A 700-foot structure made of solid ice that is defended by the Night’s Watch and (usually) keeps out the wildlings.
5. “Viper”
What it usually means: A venomous snake that will probably kill you OR a really fast sports car.
What it means in Westeros: A beloved but cocky son of a bitch who should’ve just listened to Tyrion and worn a helmet.
6. “Mountain”
What it usually means: A large landform that is usually part of a range of breathtaking scenery.
What it means in Westeros: A large human who will gouge your eyes and crush your head until it explodes.
7. “Siblings”
What it usually means: Someone you share parents with and should probably not make out with.
What it means in Westeros: Go for it. 😉
8. “Snow”
What it usually means: White stuff that falls from the sky in winter.
What it means in Westeros: A very attractive (but sort of depressing) bastard who knows nothing. (Or a psychotic, evil bastard who needs to fucking relax.)
9. “Justice”
What it usually means: A concept of moral rightness based on ethics, rationality, law, and fairness.
What it means in Westeros: Fuck you right back.
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10. “Walker”
What it usually means: Someone who likes to walk.
What it means in Westeros: A white, mummy-like demon with glowing blue eyes and a weird obsession with babies.
11. “Flying”
What it usually means: Something birds, planes, and Superman do.
What it means in Westeros: Execution by Moon Door.
12. “Stark”
What it usually means: Severe or bare in appearance or outline.
What it means in Westeros: A family name that obviously has a death curse.
13. “Hound”
What it usually means: A type of dog that has really floppy ears and looks majestic as fuck when running.
What it means in Westeros: A ruthless killer with a half-burnt face who seriously hates the king.
14. “Sausage”
What it usually means: A type of meat that humans eat, typically with breakfast.
What it means in Westeros: A metaphor for Theon Greyjoy’s decapitated (get it??) penis.
15. “Purple”
What it usually means: A range of color hues occurring between red and blue.
What it means in Westeros: The color of King Joffrey Baratheon’s face when he was poisoned and killed. (YAAAAASS)
16. “Necklace”
What it usually means: A piece of jewelry worn around the neck.
What it means in Westeros: A murder weapon.
17. “Reek”
What it usually means: When something smells really bad.
What it means in Westeros: A guy who lost his mind (and his favorite appendage).
18. “Family”
What it usually means: A group of people affiliated by birth or marriage who sometimes fight but still love each other.
What it means in Westeros: A group of people affiliated by birth or marriage who play too many literal rounds of “Kill, Fuck, Marry.”
19. “Boss-ass bitch”
What it usually means: Someone who is better than you in every way possible.
What it means in Westeros: Daenerys Targaryen.
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