I thought of another few things, there are many different expressions for chewing gum in different parts of Lancashire. In my area, it's known as 'spuggi', but in other areas it's known as 'chuddi', 'wriggers' or 'knash'. I have no idea where all those expressions came from![]()
Kuhio, I've heard the expression of a pregnant pole vaulter many a time!
'Wha'the 'ell yer playin' a'?' is another phrase, which means what on earth are you doing. I think it's originally a southern phrase but the northerners borrowed it and made it with a thicker accent![]()
Also, 'aye' is used a lot for yes, and 'nay' or 'naw' for no. Some words are squashed together too to make one word, such as 'dusta?' (do you), 'hasta?' (have you) and 'nobbut' (nothing but).
Also, although 'eighup' is the most commonly used greeting, some more traditional Lancastrains may greet you with a 'now then'. It sounds quite severe, almost like an acusation, but really it's a kind greeting!![]()
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