Sheffield and the surrounding areas have developed a unique dialect over hundreds of years, but many phrases that were once common-place are now seldom heard in the city’s streets. Here are 15 old words and phrases that are in danger of dying out in the city.
5. Lug oil
Meaning: Ear. Example: “Make sure to clean behind your lug oils!” (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: (Photo: Shutterstock)
6. Nah then
Meaning: A friendly greeting. Example: “Nah then, I’ve not seen you in a while.” (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: (Photo: Shutterstock)
7. Snap
Meaning: Food or a packed lunch. Example: “I’m hungry, have you got any snap?” (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: (Photo: Shutterstock)
8. Flit
Meaning: To move house. Example: “They’ve flitted to a place on Fargate.” (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: (Photo: Shutterstock)