The structure is a contraction of "isn't," formed by dropping the "s" and the second "n," resulting in "i'n." It is used in certain British dialects, particularly in the West Country (Somerset, Devon, Cornwall) and parts of rural England, as a negative contraction of "isn't" or sometimes "ain't." People typically say "He i'n coming today" or "That i'n right, is it?"

What does "to i'n" mean in British dialectal slang?

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The structure is a contraction of "you all," combining "you" and "all" into a single syllable. It is used in certain British dialects, particularly in Northern England and parts of Yorkshire and Lancashire, as a second person plural pronoun, similar to "yous" or "youse" in other British dialects. People typically say "Yo'll need to come with us" or "What are yo'll doing later?"

What does "yo'll" mean in British slang?

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The structure is a playful alteration of the intensifier "bloody," replacing the initial "bl" sound while keeping the rhythm and function. It is used in British English, often humorously or as a euphemism, as a mild substitute for "bloody" to intensify meaning without swearing. People typically say "That's bluggy brilliant" or "I've had a bluggy awful day."

What does "bluggy" mean in British slang?

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The structure is a clipped shortening of "babe" or "baby," dropping the final vowel sound for a quicker, more casual term of endearment. It is used in British English, particularly in the East Midlands (especially Leicester, Nottingham, and Derby), as a friendly or affectionate way to address someone, similar to "love," "dear," or "hun." People typically say "Thanks, bab" or "Alright, bab?"

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The structure is a simple noun of uncertain origin, possibly from the shape of a cob (a small lump or rounded object). It is used in British English, particularly in the Midlands (especially Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and Lincolnshire), to mean a round bread roll, commonly used in sandwiches or with meals. People typically say "I'll have a bacon cob" or "Grab a cob from the bakery."

What does "cob" mean in British slang?

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The structure is a simple noun borrowed from the action of snapping a container shut, or from dialectal English meaning a small quick meal. It is used in British English, particularly in Northern England (especially Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Manchester), to mean a packed lunch or meal, typically prepared at home to eat later in the day, such as at work or school. People typically say "I've made my snap for tomorrow" or "Don't forget your snap."

What does "snap" mean in British slang?

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The structure is a simple exclamation, likely a shortened or altered form of "ta ta" (an informal goodbye), with the vowel shifted. It is used in British English, particularly in the Midlands (especially Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and parts of the West Midlands), to say goodbye or farewell. People typically say "Tara a bit" or just "Tara" when leaving. The term originated in regional Midlands dialect as a variant of "ta ta," and remains a strong local marker, though it is less common among younger speakers.

What does "tara" mean in British slang?

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The structure is a simple adjective of uncertain origin, possibly from Old Norse "gammr" (bad, ugly) or dialectal English "gammy" meaning lame or crooked. It is used in British English, particularly in the Midlands and Northern England, to mean injured, sore, or not functioning properly, especially referring to a leg or limb. People typically say "I've got a gammy leg" or "His knee went gammy after the fall."

What does "gammy" mean in British slang?

gammy

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The structure is a simple noun of uncertain origin, possibly from the verb "to fiddle" (to mess about) or from old dialectal English for food. It is used in British English, particularly in the East Midlands (especially Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, and parts of Yorkshire), to refer generally to something to eat or a meal. People typically say "I'm off to get some fittle" or "What's for fittle tonight?"

What does "fittle" mean in British dialectal slang?

fittle

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The structure is a simple verb of onomatopoeic origin, imitating the sound of crying or wailing. It is used in British English, particularly in Northern England and the Midlands (especially Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Derbyshire), to mean to cry or weep, usually in an exaggerated, noisy, or emotional way. People typically say "Stop blarting" or "The baby's been blarting all night."

What does "blart" mean in British dialectal slang?

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The structure is a simple noun borrowed from the waterfowl, used as a term of endearment in certain British dialects. It is used in British English, particularly in the East Midlands (especially Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Leicestershire) and Yorkshire, as a friendly, affectionate way to address someone, regardless of gender or romantic interest, similar to "love" or "dear." People typically say "Alright, duck?" or "Thanks, duck" to friends, family, or even strangers in shops.

What does "duck" mean in British slang?

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The structure is a simple adjective of uncertain origin, possibly from the dialectal "mard" (to spoil or pamper), influenced by "marred" (spoiled). It is used in British English, particularly in Northern England and the Midlands (especially Yorkshire, Derbyshire, and Nottinghamshire), to mean moody, sulky, easily upset, or in a bad mood, often in a childish or exaggerated way. People typically say "Don't get mardy" or "She's been mardy all day."

What does "mardy" mean in British slang?

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The structure is a simple verb of uncertain origin, possibly from Old Norse "bosta" (to burst) or dialectal English "bust" (to break). It is used in British English, particularly in the West Midlands (especially Black Country, Birmingham, and surrounding areas), to mean to break or damage something. People typically say "I've bost the telly" or "Don't bost that, it's mine." The term originated in Black Country and West Midlands dialect, and remains a strong regional marker, famously associated with the Yam Yam accent of the area.

What does "to bost" mean in British dialectal slang?

to bost

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The structure adds the "-er" suffix to "muck" (dirt or mess), possibly from the idea of working together in mucky conditions like a mine or farm. It is used in British English, particularly in Northern England and the Midlands (especially Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Nottinghamshire), to refer to a friend, mate, or companion in a friendly, informal way. People typically say "Alright, mucker?" or "He's an old mucker of mine." The term originated in 19th century working class and mining communities, where "mucker" meant a workmate who shovels muck (loose rock or dirt), and later expanded to mean any close friend.

What does "mucker" mean in British slang?

mucker

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The structure is a simple verb of onomatopoeic origin, mimicking the sound or motion of chewing. It is used in British English, particularly in the East Midlands (especially Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, and parts of Leicestershire), to mean to chew or break food into small pieces, often audibly or enthusiastically. People typically say "Stop chobbling with your mouth open" or "The dog was chobbling on a bone." The term originated in regional East Midlands dialect, likely from 19th century rural speech, and remains a rare, localized marker, not widely known outside those areas.

What does "to chobble" mean in British dialectal slang?

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"Yampy" is a slang adjective meaning silly, daft, or a bit crazy. It appears in British English in the late 20th century, likely as a playful or humorous formation without a clear etymology, possibly influenced by informal, whimsical word patterns. The term is used in informal, teasing, or affectionate contexts to describe someone acting foolishly or eccentrically. It is generally neutral to mildly playful, not offensive, and mostly used in friendly or humorous speech.

What is the origin of the term "yampy" and how is it used?

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The structure is a simple adverb borrowed from its standard English meaning of "in a good manner," repurposed as an intensifier. It is used in British English, especially in informal and youth speech, to mean "very" or "extremely," placed before adjectives to emphasize them. People typically say "That's well good" or "He's well fit" or "I'm well tired." The term originated in 20th century British colloquial speech, particularly in London and working class dialects, and remains common across all age groups in informal UK conversation.

What does "well" mean in British slang?

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The structure is a simple adjective of uncertain origin, possibly from Yiddish "kayle" (to vomit) or from Irish slang, but its exact roots are unclear. People typically say "He was absolutely kaylied last night" or "They got kaylied at the pub." The term originated in 20th century British regional slang, and remains a colloquial, somewhat dated term for drunkenness, less common than "pissed" or "plastered."

What does "kaylied" mean in British slang?

kaylied

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The structure is a simple verb of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of "scratch" and "scrape," or from Old Norse "skrapa" (to scrape). It is used in British English to mean to scratch or cut the skin or a surface of something, often lightly or accidentally. People typically say "I scraged my knee on the wall" or "Don't scrage the table with those keys."

What does "to scrage" mean in British dialectal slang?

to scrage

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The structure is a simple verb of uncertain origin, possibly from French "blaguer" (to joke or lie) or from Romani slang. It is used in British English to mean obtaining something by theft, robbery, or deception, often through smooth talking, lying, or conning. People typically say "He blagged his way into the club" or "They blagged a free meal by complaining." The term originated in 20th century British criminal and underworld slang, later spreading into general usage for any successful act of persuasion or deception, and remains common in informal UK speech.

What does "to blag" mean in British slang?

to blag

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Here you will find slang from the Midlands of England, highlighting regional expressions, accents, and local cultural language.

Midlands-Englische Slang-Begriffe