regional
Hankerin
Sounds like: HANGK-er-in
regional
Local / playful
Meaning
What it means
A craving, want, or strong desire for something.
Iggle is often heard in regional pronunciations, especially around local grocery or sports references.
Usage
Use it like this
“I have a hankerin for a hot sausage sammich.”
Reading note
Language lives in context.
Pittsburgh words often carry tone, memory, neighborhood identity, family rhythm, and humor — not just dictionary meaning.
Local note
Why it feels Pittsburgh
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