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.
9. Siling down
Meaning: Raining heavily. Example: “Get inside, it’s siling down!” (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: (Photo: Shutterstock)
10. Nesh
Meaning: Prone to feeling cold, or cold. Example: “You don’t need a coat, don’t be nesh.” (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: (Photo: Shutterstock)
11. Grumpy
Meaning: Grumpy, sulking. Example: “I know you’re disappointed but don’t be mardy.” (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: (Photo: Shutterstock)
12. Reckon up
Meaning: To work something out in your head. Example: “Let me just reckon up your tab.” (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: (Photo: Shutterstock)