Thought I might carry on the language theme from the last post.
Although I grew up in Bristol I don’t really speak Bristolian. I speak with a West country accent and really pronounce my “R’s”. But occasionally the odd Bristolian saying will make it’s way into my vocabulary that will throw my hubby, Hasan, into complete confusion. So for this post I have delved into the fascinating world of talking bristle and chosen a few popular phrases that would be heard regularly on the 75 bus or on the streets of Bedminster, or Bemmie to us locals, and explain in plain English what they mean.
Ark at ee He’s got a bit of a nerve saying that
Ow bist me babber How are you today my dear?
Wer’s ee to Pardon me could you tell me where he is?
Gert lush init This is jolly nice
Cheers drive I say bus driver thank you so much for that wonderful journey.
So if you are a stranger to Bristol and find yourself in this great city you will have some idea of what is being said to you and if you go on the bus don’t forget to thank the driver!
Carole Gardiner
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