det

wor

waw

Wor (det) means "Our" — used in Northumbrian and some northern English dialects. Example: “Wor lass is coming round later, he said.”

det

"Our" — used in Northumbrian and some northern English dialects.

"Wor lass is coming round later, he said."

How to use wor

Learner’s notes

In 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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_____ lass is coming round later, he said.

Etymology

Borrowed into Northumbrian Old English from Old Norse várr ("our"), sharing the same Proto-Germanic root as standard English "our."

Origin: Old English

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.".