General
our wench
What does our wench mean?
Affectionate Brummie term for one's sister, or sometimes a daughter or close female relative. 'Wench' kept its older neutral meaning of 'girl' in the Midlands long after it turned pejorative elsewhere. Paired with 'our' (as in 'our kid'), it's pure warmth.
"Our wench is coming round for tea, put the kettle on."
Origin
Middle English 'wenchel' (child, girl) — preserved in its neutral sense in Black Country and Brummie speech.
Frequently asked questions
What does "our wench" mean?
It's a Brummie term of affection for your sister — despite how it sounds elsewhere.
How do you use "our wench" in a sentence?
"I'm off to see our wench for her birthday."
Where does "our wench" come from?
It's Birmingham (Brummie) dialect, where "wench" is used affectionately rather than as an insult.
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