London word
innit
A conversational tag seeking agreement or emphasis.
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Meaning
Innit developed from isn't it but can function more broadly in London speech as a tag inviting agreement, marking shared understanding, or adding emphasis.
Pronunciation and grammar
Pronunciation: /ˈɪnɪt/
Part of speech: tag and discourse marker
How it is used
It is common in informal conversation and does not always match the grammar of the preceding sentence.
Register: Informal British English, strongly associated with London youth speech.
Examples in context
- That was busy, innit?That was busy, wasn't it?
- You know what I mean, innit.You understand what I mean.
Important context
Using it in formal contexts may sound overly casual or imitative.