General
werrit
What does werrit mean?
To worry, fret or get yourself in a state. Often aimed at someone winding themselves up over nothing.
"Stop werritin', the bus will come."
Origin
Dialect form of 'worry', recorded in Midlands and Northern English since the 1800s. Also used as a noun for a fusspot — 'don't be such a werrit'.
Frequently asked questions
What does "werrit" mean?
It means to worry, fret or fuss — the Brummie (Birmingham) pronunciation of 'worry'.
How do you use "werrit" in a sentence?
"Stop werriting about it, love, it'll all work out."
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