General
yous
What does yous mean?
A non-standard plural of 'you', common in casual Australian speech.
"Are yous coming to the game or what?"
Origin
Vernacular plural of 'you', found in Australian, Irish and other Englishes.
Frequently asked questions
What does yous mean?
It's a non-standard plural of 'you', used to address more than one person in casual Australian speech.
Where does yous come from?
It's a vernacular plural of 'you' found in Australian, Irish and other Englishes, filling the gap left by standard English having no distinct plural 'you'.
Is yous correct English?
It's non-standard and informal, so it's avoided in formal writing, but it's widely used and understood in casual speech.
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