PITTSBURGHWORDS

A 412-word archive of Pittsburgh language.

Browse Pittsburgh words, meanings, usage, pronunciation, local notes, neighborhood references, food memory, and place language.

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Meer

Pittsburgh-style pronunciation of “mirror.”

“Check the meer before you leave.”

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Classic Pittsburgh Iconic / friendly

Yinz

A Pittsburgh way to say “you all” or “you guys.”

“Yinz coming dahntahn later?”
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Attitude Comedic / irritated

Jagoff

A Pittsburgh insult for someone acting annoying, foolish, or inconsiderate.

“Quit parking like a jagoff.”
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Place / pronunciation Local / directional

Dahntahn

Pittsburgh pronunciation of “downtown.”

“We’re heading dahntahn before the game.”
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Personality Playful / corrective

Nebby

Nosy or overly interested in someone else’s business.

“Don’t be so nebby.”
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Home / family Practical / familiar

Redd Up

To clean up, tidy, or straighten an area.

“Redd up the room before people get here.”
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Weather / warning Cautionary / local

Slippy

Slippery.

“Careful, those steps are slippy.”
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