If you're a true Plymothian, born and bred, chances are you've got the Janner accent down to a tee. For those not native to our fair city, there's likely been more than a few instances where you've been left scratching your head at some of our local lingo. Being the good sports that we are, we've compiled a list of all the quirky phrases, local sayings and slang terms that only true Plymouth folk will understand and appreciate.
We give you, the Janner Dictionary. So whether you're looking to brush up on your local dialect, planning a visit to Plymouth (or 'Plymuff' as we like to call it), or simply baffled by someone mentioning they shop at 'Kwarp', this is the guide for you. Naturally, if we've missed any out, feel free to add your suggestions in the comments section below or drop us a line on our or page.
Give it a read and see how many you recognise - it's the ultimate test of your Janner credentials. A friendly greeting, often used as a conversation starter or form of acknowledgement. If you know you know.
There's no explaining this one. A slight variant of 'oright'. Used to greet a fellow Janner.
Pronounced al-reet me love-errrrr. Often used to signal the end of a conversation, as an informal version of goodbye. Can also be used instead of thank you.
An old fashioned term used to describe a young woman. Popular among older Janners. A slang term of endearment also used to describe a woman.
Considered the female counterpart to 'bey' (for use, see below). A slang term of en.
