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Wor (det) means "Our" — used in Northumbrian and some northern English dialects. Example: “Wor lass is coming round later, he said.”
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"Our" — used in Northumbrian and some northern English dialects.
"Wor lass is coming round later, he said."
How to use wor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dialect word meaning "our," heard mainly in North East England (Geordie speech).
When to use it
Regional dialect, not standard English.
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Etymology
Borrowed into Northumbrian Old English from Old Norse várr ("our"), sharing the same Proto-Germanic root as standard English "our."
Frequently asked questions
What does “wor” mean?
The word “wor” means "Our" — used in Northumbrian and some northern English dialects. In plain terms, a dialect word meaning "our," heard mainly in North East England (Geordie speech).
How do you pronounce “wor”?
“Wor” is pronounced waw (/wɔː/ in IPA).
How do you use “wor” in a sentence?
Here is “wor” used in a sentence: “Wor lass is coming round later, he said.”
What part of speech is “wor”?
“Wor” is a det.
Where does the word “wor” come from?
The word “wor” comes from Old English. Borrowed into Northumbrian Old English from Old Norse várr ("our"), sharing the same Proto-Germanic root as standard English "our.".
