General
ar
What does ar mean?
An affirmative meaning 'yes', used across the Black Country and Birmingham.
"Ar, I'll be there for six."
Origin
Black Country/Brummie dialect affirmative, related to 'aye'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'ar' mean in Brummie?
It means 'yes', used as an everyday affirmative across Birmingham and the Black Country.
Is 'ar' related to 'aye'?
Yes, it's a dialect affirmative related to 'aye', both meaning 'yes'.
Where do people say 'ar' for yes?
It's characteristic of Black Country and Brummie (Birmingham) speech in the English Midlands.
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